For an especially dramatic cake that will serve 10 to 12 people, prepare a double recipe of crêpes. If flaming the cake, please read Flambéing or Flaming.

Prepare:

Spread 11 of the crêpes with a very thin layer of:

Stack the coated crêpes like a layer cake on a flameproof platter, and top with the uncoated crêpe. Sprinkle the top with:

Set aside at room temperature for up to 8 hours.

Preheat the oven to 250°F.

If you would like to flame the dessert, heat in a small saucepan until just warm:

Pour over the crêpes and, standing back, carefully ignite with a long lighter or wooden match. To serve, place the crêpe cake in the oven until warmed through, about 15 minutes. Cut into wedges. If desired, serve with: