INGREDIENTS
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APRICOT FILLING
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12 ounces dried apricots
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3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
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1/2 teaspoon almond extract
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1/2 cup sugar, or more to taste
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DOUGH
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1 tablespoon sugar, plus 1/2 cup
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2 1/4-ounce packages or 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon active dry yeast
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1/2 cup warm water (110° to 115°F)
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2 cups milk
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1/2 cup shortening
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3 teaspoons salt
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2 egg yolks, lightly beaten
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6 1/4 cups bread flour, sifted
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6 tablespoons (3/4 stick) unsalted butter, melted
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CRUMB TOPPING
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1/3 cup all-purpose flour
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1/2 cup sugar
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter