• 2.9 l all-purpose flour, plus more for kneading
• 5⅓ tbsp granulated sugar
• 5⅓ tsp instant yeast
• 4 tsp salt
• 1 l warm milk, about 110 degrees
• 10¾ tbsp unsalted butter, melted, for the dough
• 5½ egg, beaten
• 5⅓ tbsp unsalted butter, melted, for brushing

Metric measurements are approximate conversions.