In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter, 1 cup sugar, egg, and molasses until well combined.

In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, cloves, and ginger.

Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until a dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.

Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm up.

Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Form the chilled dough into 1-inch balls, roll each ball in the extra sugar to coat, and place on the prepared baking sheet, spaced about 2 inches apart.

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the cookies are set around the edges but still soft in the center.

Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.