Molasses Cookies

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
2. 2
   In a medium bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, cloves and salt and set aside.
3. 3
   In the bowl of a standing mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream together the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
4. 4
   Beat in the egg and then the molasses.
5. 5
   In thirds, gently mix in the flour mixture until just combined.
6. 6
   Using an ice cream scoop, scoop out the cookie dough into 1-inch balls onto a sheet tray covered with turbinado sugar.
7. 7
   Gently toss the dough balls in the sugar, covering them completely.
8. 8
   Place the sugar-coated dough balls on another sheet tray and gently squish a little.
9. 9
   Bake for 9 to 10 minutes.
10. 10
    Remove the cookies to a rack to cool.
11. 11
    Store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.