Instructions

1. In a large bowl, mix the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
2. In another bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
3. Combine the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix; some lumps are fine.
4. Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake.
5. Cook until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook until golden brown on the other side. Repeat with remaining batter.
6. Meanwhile, in a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form.
7. Add the powdered sugar, cayenne pepper, and cinnamon to the whipped cream, and continue whipping until stiff peaks form.
8. To serve, stack pancakes on a plate, spread a layer of Nutella on top, and spoon the spicy whipped cream over the pancakes.
9. Finish with a dusting of powdered sugar and a sprinkle of cinnamon if desired.