Whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, cloves, and all spice. Set the dry ingredients aside.
Use a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment to beat the butter and sugar. Beat the butter and sugar on low speed until well combined.
Add the egg to the butter mixture.
Next, add the vanilla extract and stir for about 30 seconds.
Mix in the molasses on medium-low speed for about 1 minute. Scrape down the sides.
Pour half of the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients. Mix on medium-low speed until just combined.
Add the rest of the dry ingredients. Mix on low speed until there's no streaks of flour.
Cover the dough tightly with plastic wrap or transfer to an airtight container. Chill in the refrigerator for 1 to 3 days.
Scoop the cookie dough with a tablespoon. Then roll them into the ball. Roll the balls of cookie dough into a bowl with ½ cup brown sugar. Place onto two baking sheets lined with parchment paper.
Bake in an oven set to 350℉. Bake the cookies for 12 minutes.
Notes
Remember to bring the cookie dough to room temperature after taking it out of the fridge.