Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
Beat in egg and vanilla extract.
In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, nutmeg, allspice, and ground cloves.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes.
Roll dough into 1-inch balls and coat in a mixture of cinnamon and sugar.
Place cookies on a baking sheet and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until edges are set and centers are slightly soft.
Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
