• 3.1 l all-purpose flour, plus more for kneading
• 5¾ tbsp granulated sugar
• 5¾ tsp instant yeast
• 4⅓ tsp salt
• 1 l warm milk, about 110 degrees
• 11½ tbsp unsalted butter, melted, for the dough
• 6 egg, beaten
• 5¾ tbsp unsalted butter, melted, for brushing

Metric measurements are approximate conversions.