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INGREDIENTS
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For the filling:
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2 cups whole milk
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6 large egg yolks
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2/3 cup granulated sugar
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1/4 cup cornstarch
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1 tablespoon cold unsalted butter
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1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
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For the pastry:
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1 stick (4 ounces) unsalted butter
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1/2 teaspoon fine salt
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1 1/2 teaspoons granulated sugar
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1 cup all-purpose flour 4 large eggs, plus 1 for egg wash
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For the chocolate glaze:
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2 ounces semisweet chocolate, finely chopped
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1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
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1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
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2 teaspoons corn syrup (feel free to omit)