Preparation Steps

• Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
• In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, ground ginger, baking soda, cinnamon, cloves, and salt. Set aside.
• In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and packed brown sugar until light and fluffy.
• Beat in the egg until well combined. Stir in the molasses.
• Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
• Using a 2-tablespoon cookie scoop, portion the dough. Roll each portion into a ball with your hands.
• Roll each dough ball in the granulated sugar until evenly coated.
• Place the sugar-coated dough balls a couple of inches apart on the prepared baking sheets. Flatten slightly with the palm of your hand.
• Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are set and the centers are still slightly soft. The cookies will continue to cook as they cool.
• Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.