Heat oven to 375°F and arrange a rack in the middle. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside. 

Combine flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, chili powder, and salt in a medium bowl. Whisk until everything is well mixed. 

Combine coconut oil and brown sugar in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Beat until creamy, about 2 minutes. 

Add egg and molasses and beat well then add flour mixture and mix on low until well combined. 

Scoop into about 2 tablespoon-sized balls, about the size of a walnut. Roll into round balls then roll in the granulated sugar to coat. Place about 1 inch apart on the baking sheets. Press gently just until the edges start to crinkle then sprinkle with vanilla salt if desired. 

Bake 8-10 minutes or until set on the edges and slightly soft in the middle. Let cool 1-2 minutes then remove to baking rack.