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

Metric measurements are approximate conversions.