INGREDIENTS
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For the Sponge
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1/2 c. bread flour
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2 tsp. yeast
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1/2 c. whole milk, room temp.
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For the Dough
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5 eggs, large, slightly beaten
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3 c. bread flour, + 1/4 c. for dusting the counter and proper texture
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2 Tbsp. sugar
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1 1/4 tsp. salt
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1 c. unsalted butter, room temp., cut into cubes
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For the Chocolate Filling
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2/3 c. whole milk
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2 egg whites
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1/2 c. sugar
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6 Tbsp. flour
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6 Tbsp. unsweetened cocoa
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1 Tbsp. espresso powder
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3 Tbsp. butter, unsalted and cubed