Three Styles of French Viennoiserie from One Dough

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1. 1
   Dissolve the instant dry yeast in warm milk, mix well, and let it rest for 5 minutes.
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2. 2
   In a large bowl, crack an egg and add sugar and melted butter, mixing gently.
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   Add the heavy cream and mix well.
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   Add vanilla powder and salt, mixing thoroughly to ensure the salt doesn't contact the yeast directly.
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   Gradually add the flour while mixing with a whisk, adjusting the amount based on consistency until the dough reaches the right texture.
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   Knead the dough for about 5 minutes until you have a smooth and elastic ball.
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   Place the dough in a bowl, cover with a clean cloth, and let it rise for 1 hour 30 minutes in a warm place until it doubles in volume.
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   While the dough rises, prepare the almond cream: beat softened butter until creamy, add sugar and mix, beat in an egg, add almond flour and a few drops of bitter almond extract (optional), and mix until smooth.
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   When the dough has risen, remove it and divide into 3 equal portions, shaping each into a smooth ball.
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    Take the first portion and divide into 4 small balls, shape each, then gently roll out into an elongated shape. Place a square of chocolate in the center and pinch the edges closed, shaping as desired.
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    Take the second portion and repeat the dividing and rolling process. Spread almond cream on the surface, pinch the edges closed, and shape.
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    Take the third portion, divide into 4 balls, roll out, place strawberry jam in the center, and pinch the edges closed, shaping.
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    Place all the small breads on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them apart. Cover with a clean cloth and let rest for 45 minutes.
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    Brush egg wash on each bread. Sprinkle sliced almonds on the almond buns and bake at 180°C for 15 minutes.
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    Remove from oven and let cool. Drizzle melted chocolate on the chocolate buns and add a praline garnish. Dust powdered sugar on the jam buns.
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