Molasses Crinkles

Preheat oven to 375°F.

Cream together shortening and brown sugar in a large mixing bowl until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.

Beat in egg until fully incorporated, then add molasses and mix until combined.

In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, cloves, cinnamon, and ginger.

Fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined and a uniform dough forms.

Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place them 2 inches apart on ungreased baking sheets.

Bake for 10–12 minutes until the cookies crack across the top and are set at the edges but still soft in the center.

Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.