Steps:

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
In a large bowl, cream together the vegan butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
Add the applesauce and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and mix well.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
Wrap the dough in plastic and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/4 inch thick. Use cookie cutters to cut into desired shapes.
Place cookies on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until lightly golden around the edges.
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Vegan Speculoos Cookies