Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper, or Silpat.
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk flour, xanthan gum, baking soda, baking powder, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Set aside.
Using a stand or hand mixer, beat the vegan butter, coconut sugar, molasses, and water until well combined (creamed). Slowly beat in the flour mixture little by little.
Scoop about 1 rounded tablespoon of dough at a time, and roll the domed part of each scoop in the additional coconut sugar. Place the scoops onto the prepared baking sheet (making sure the sugar topped side is facing up).
Bake for 10-12 minutes, rotating half way.
Let cool on pan for 5 minutes.