In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, ginger, all-spice, cloves, and salt until well combined. Set this mixture aside.

In a separate large bowl, cream together the room temperature butter and dark brown sugar until light and fluffy.

Add the unsulphured molasses and pure vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture. Whisk until smooth.

Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, folding gently until you achieve a streak-free cookie dough. If too sticky, refrigerate for 15-20 minutes.

Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Portion the dough into sizes needed for the gingerbread men.

Arrange the dough balls into the shape of a gingerbread man on the baking sheet.

Place the assembled gingerbread men in the freezer for 10-15 minutes.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) while the dough chills.

Bake the gingerbread men for 13-17 minutes or until puffed up and surfaces appear dry.

Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Whisk together powdered sugar and heavy cream in a medium bowl until thick. Adjust consistency as needed.

Use the icing to decorate your gingerbread men with fun designs.