Step 1

In a large stand mixer combine the butter, sugar, egg and molasses. Mix for a minute or two until well combined.

Step 2

Combine the flour, cloves, ginger cinnamon and baking soda and sift together.

Step 3

Slowly add the flour mixture to the molasses mixture and mix until evenly combined. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

Step 4

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.

Step 5

Once chilled, scoop 2 tablespoons of dough at a time and roll into balls. Roll them around in a small cup of sugar and set onto a parchment lined baking sheet.

Step 6

Bake for 10-12 minutes.

Step 7

Remove from the oven and transfer the cookies onto a cooling rack to cool.