• 3.3 l all-purpose flour, plus more for kneading
• 6¼ tbsp granulated sugar
• 6¼ tsp instant yeast
• 4⅔ tsp salt
• 1.1 l warm milk, about 110 degrees
• 12½ tbsp unsalted butter, melted, for the dough
• 6½ egg, beaten
• 6¼ tbsp unsalted butter, melted, for brushing

Metric measurements are approximate conversions.