Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In the bowl of a stand mixer, or using an electric mixer, cream the coconut oil, brown sugar, and granulated sugar. Add the molasses and vanilla and mix again.

Step 3

In a medium bowl, combine the flour, cinnamon, baking soda, ginger, cardamom, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing after each addition. Mix in the 1 tablespoon water.

Step 4

Use a 2-inch cookie scoop to scoop the dough and use your hands to roll it into balls. Roll in the sugar, press down slightly, and bake for 10 minutes. Remove and let cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.