• 4.1 l all-purpose flour, plus more for kneading
• 7⅔ tbsp granulated sugar
• 7⅔ tsp instant yeast
• 5¾ tsp salt
• 1.4 l warm milk, about 110 degrees
• 15¼ tbsp unsalted butter, melted, for the dough
• 7½ egg, beaten
• 7⅔ tbsp unsalted butter, melted, for brushing

Metric measurements are approximate conversions.