• 3.8 l all-purpose flour, plus more for kneading
• 7⅛ tbsp granulated sugar
• 7⅛ tsp instant yeast
• 5⅓ tsp salt
• 1.3 l warm milk, about 110 degrees
• 14¼ tbsp unsalted butter, melted, for the dough
• 7 egg, beaten
• 7⅛ tbsp unsalted butter, melted, for brushing

Metric measurements are approximate conversions.