• 3.9 l all-purpose flour, plus more for kneading
• 7¼ tbsp granulated sugar
• 7¼ tsp instant yeast
• 5½ tsp salt
• 1.3 l warm milk, about 110 degrees
• 14½ tbsp unsalted butter, melted, for the dough
• 7½ egg, beaten
• 7¼ tbsp unsalted butter, melted, for brushing

Metric measurements are approximate conversions.