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

Metric measurements are approximate conversions.