In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, ground ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt. Set aside.
In mixer bowl, beat butter and brown sugar for 3 minutes. Add molasses, and beat until combined. Add in egg, and beat another 3- 4 minutes, scraping bowl frequently.
Stir in dry ingredients, and mix just until combined.
Cover tightly, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
Line baking sheet with parchment, and preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
Make very small (3/4 inch) dough balls, and roll in 1/3 cup granulated sugar. Place balls 1 inch apart on prepared baking sheets.
Bake at 350 degrees for 8-10 minutes. As soon as they come out of the oven, use a small glass to make a slight indentation in the top of each one. Cool in pan for 3 minutes, and then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
White Chocolate Ganache Filling Instructions
In small double boiler or microwave, heat 1 cup white chocolate chips, 4 teaspoons cream, 1 teaspoon molasses, and 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon until completely melted and smooth. Scoop half teaspoonsful into the indent of each cookie. Allow to set for 30 minutes.
White Chocolate Drizzle Instructions
In small double boiler or microwave, heat 1/3 cup white chocolate chips with 2 teaspoons cream until completely melted and smooth. Carefully drizzle over cookies, and allow to set for 30 minutes.