Makes about 7 dozen medium-sized cookies 2/3 cup unsalted butter 2/3 cup granulated sugar 1/2 cup golden syrup (see Notes) 1/4 cup heavy cream 3 teaspoons ground cinnamon 2 teaspoons ground ginger 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cardamom 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cloves 1/4 teaspoon finely ground black pepper 3 cups all-purpose flour, plus more as needed 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 teaspoon salt In a medium saucepan over medium-low heat, combine the butter, sugar, and golden syrup, stirring until the butter melts and the sugar dissolves, about 3 to 4 minutes. Remove from heat and let mixture cool for 3 minutes. Add the heavy cream, spices, and black pepper; stir until fully incorporated. In the bowl of your stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, mix the flour, baking soda, and salt on low speed until combined. With the mixer on low speed, add the warm butter mixture and beat …