• 2.3 l all-purpose flour, plus more for kneading
• 4⅓ tbsp granulated sugar
• 4⅓ tsp instant yeast
• 3¼ tsp salt
• 0.8 l warm milk, about 110 degrees
• 8¾ tbsp unsalted butter, melted, for the dough
• 4½ egg, beaten
• 4⅓ tbsp unsalted butter, melted, for brushing

Metric measurements are approximate conversions.