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When the dough is well kneaded, add the butter in pieces. Knead again until it is completely incorporated and the dough is smooth and elastic. This may take about 5 to 10 minutes.
6. First fermentation:
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a clean tea towel or plastic wrap, and let rise in a warm place for about 1 to 2 hours, until doubled in volume.
7. Adding the praline:
Once the dough has risen, degas it by kneading it lightly. Roll it out on a floured work surface into a rectangle (about 1 cm thick). Spread the praline over the entire surface and, if desired, add the crushed hazelnuts or almonds.
8. Shaping:
Roll the dough on itself starting from one of the long sides to form a roll. Cut the roll into pieces of equal size (about 8-10 pieces).
9. Second fermentation:
Arrange the pieces in a previously buttered cake mold. Cover again and let rise for about 30 to 45 minutes.
10. Preheating the oven:
Preheat your oven to 180ยฐC (thermostat 6).
11. Baking:
Bake the mold for about 30 to 35 minutes, until the Pain de Pralinรฉ is golden and sounds hollow when you tap it on the back.
12. Cooling:
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