• 2½ l all-purpose flour, plus more for kneading
• 4¾ tbsp granulated sugar
• 4¾ tsp instant yeast
• 3½ tsp salt
• 0.8 l warm milk, about 110 degrees
• 9½ tbsp unsalted butter, melted, for the dough
• 5 egg, beaten
• 4¾ tbsp unsalted butter, melted, for brushing

Metric measurements are approximate conversions.