• 4.3 l all-purpose flour, plus more for kneading
• 8 tbsp granulated sugar
• 8 tsp instant yeast
• 6 tsp salt
• 1.4 l warm milk, about 110 degrees
• 16 tbsp unsalted butter, melted, for the dough
• 8 egg, beaten
• 8 tbsp unsalted butter, melted, for brushing

Metric measurements are approximate conversions.