Ingredients
¼ cup warm water (110° to 115°F)
2½ teaspoons active dry yeast
3 large egg yolks, lightly beaten
8 tablespoons (4 ounces) unsalted butter
1 cup whole milk
¼ teaspoon salt
1/3 cup granulated sugar
4 cups all-purpose flour
¾ cup coarsely chopped toasted pecans (about 2½ ounces)
¾ cup coarsely chopped 62% semisweet chocolate (about 4 ounces)
½ cup granulated sugar
8 tablespoons (4 ounces) unsalted butter, melted
Butter and sugar for the pan