Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside. Arrange oven racks to top and bottom thirds.

In a small bowl whisk together flour, baking soda, spices and salt. Set aside

In a large mixing bowl beat egg with a whisk. Whisk in oil and molasses until well combined. Stir in brown sugar using a wooden spoon.

Gradually add in flour mixture, stirring with a wooden spoon until well incorporated.

Place course granulated sugar into a small shallow bowl. Using a tablespoon scoop out dough and roll into balls, rolling each one into sugar and place on cookie sheet, leaving 2 to 3 inches between to allow for spread.

Bake in preheated oven for 7 to 10 minutes, until edges begin to crackle and set.

Remove from oven and allow cookies to cool on the cookie sheets.