• 2.2 l all-purpose flour, plus more for kneading
• 4⅛ tbsp granulated sugar
• 4⅛ tsp instant yeast
• 3⅛ tsp salt
• 0.7 l warm milk, about 110 degrees
• 8¼ tbsp unsalted butter, melted, for the dough
• 4 egg, beaten
• 4⅛ tbsp unsalted butter, melted, for brushing

Metric measurements are approximate conversions.