3/4c butter, softened

1 egg

1/4c molasses

2c flour

1c sugar

1t baking soda

1t baking powder

1t ground cinnamon

1t ground ginger

1t ground nutmeg

1/4t ground cloves

1/4t allspice

1/2c sugar, for rolling

Preheat oven to 375F.

Beat butter, egg & molasses in a large bowl.

In a separate bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and spices.

Add dry ingredients to butter mixture. Beat until smooth.

Form dough into 1-inch balls. Roll in sugar.

Bake at 375F for 9 to 11 minutes. Cool on a wire rack.