INGREDIENTS
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1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
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1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
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10 tablespoons unsalted butter, chilled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
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3 to 5 tablespoons ice water
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1 1/4 cups pure maple syrup
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6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
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1 cup (packed) dark brown sugar
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1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
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3 large eggs
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2 tablespoons brandy
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3 ounces bittersweet (at least 60% cacao) chocolate, finely chopped
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1 1/4 cups unsalted roasted cashews
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2 (8-ounce) containers crème fraîche
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Special equipment: 9-inch glass or metal pie pan; pie weights or dried beans