INGREDIENTS
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1 round loaf crusty white bread
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1 cup dried apricots, halved (see Notes)
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1/2 cup brandy
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3 tablespoons butter, softened
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2 ounces bittersweet chocolate, roughly chopped
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3 large eggs
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1 cup whole milk
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1 cup heavy cream
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1/2 cup plus 1 teaspoon sugar
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Pinch of salt
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1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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1 tablespoon cacao nibs (see Notes)
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1/2 cup butter
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1 cup sugar
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1/2 cup brandy, or 1/4 cup brandy plus 1/4 cup water
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1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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1/8 teaspoon salt
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1 large egg
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2 tablespoons heavy cream