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

Metric measurements are approximate conversions.