• 1.9 l all-purpose flour, plus more for kneading
• 3½ tbsp granulated sugar
• 3½ tsp instant yeast
• 2⅔ tsp salt
• 0.6 l warm milk, about 110 degrees
• 7 tbsp unsalted butter, melted, for the dough
• 3½ egg, beaten
• 3½ tbsp unsalted butter, melted, for brushing

Metric measurements are approximate conversions.