Molasses Cookies

Line two small baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, allspice, pepper, and salt.
Set aside
Using a stand mixer, cream the butter and both sugars on medium-high speed until light and fluffy.
Reduce the speed to medium-low, add the egg yolk and vanilla extract, and mix until thoroughly combined.
Add the molasses, mixing until fully incorporated.
Add the dry ingredients, mix until just incorporated
Place the granulated sugar for rolling in a small bowl.
Using a small cookie scoop, scoop the dough and roll into a ball.
Roll the ball in sugar to coat and place on the prepared baking sheets.
Press the dough down slightly.
Repeat with the remaining dough.
With racks on position "1" and "2," select Gourmet Mode, then Cookies, and allow the oven to preheat.
Once preheated, place the trays into the oven and press Start.
Once baked, remove the cookies and cool on a wire rack.