Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the coconut sugar, avocado oil, molasses, eggs, and maple extract. Set aside.

Step 2

In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together the whole wheat pastry flour, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves until combined.

Step 3

Slowly fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, and mix until well combined and you have a uniform ball of cookie dough.

Step 4

Form the dough into 1.5 inch balls, then roll in coarse sugar (if using). Place on a lined cookie sheet and flatten slightly.

Step 5

Bake in the preheated oven for 13-14 minutes. Allow to cool, then serve!