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

Metric measurements are approximate conversions.