# Ingredient list:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 2 teaspoons ground ginger
03 - 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
04 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
05 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
06 - 2 teaspoons baking soda
07 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
→ Wet Ingredients
08 - 3/4 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled slightly
09 - 1 cup packed dark brown sugar
10 - 1/4 cup unsulphured molasses
11 - 1 large egg, room temperature
12 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
→ For Rolling
13 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
# Step-by-Step Guide:
01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, ground ginger, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, baking soda, and salt.
03 - In a large bowl, whisk the melted butter, dark brown sugar, and molasses until smooth and glossy. Add the egg and vanilla extract, whisking until fully incorporated.
04 - Add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients and stir gently with a spatula just until no dry flour remains; avoid overmixing to maintain tenderness.
05 - Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll into balls approximately 1 1/2 inches in diameter. Roll each ball in granulated sugar for coating.
06 - Place the coated dough balls 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets to allow for spreading.
07 - Bake in the preheated oven for 9 to 11 minutes, until cookies are puffed and edges are set while centers remain slightly soft.
08 - Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
