INGREDIENTS
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Makes 6 generous scones; you can absolutely make these a bit smaller and reduce their baking time accordingly
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3 firmish pears (about 1 pound or 455 grams)
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1 1/2 cups (190 grams) all-purpose flour
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1/4 cup (50 grams) granulated sugar plus 1 1/2 tablespoons granulated or coarse for sprinkling
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1 1/2 teaspoons (8 grams) baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon (3 grams) table salt plus additional for egg wash
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6 tablespoons (85 grams) cold unsalted butter, cut into small cubes
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1/4 cup (60 ml) heavy cream
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1/4 cup (3 ounces or 85 grams) semisweet or bittersweet chocolate, chopped (or chips)
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2 large eggs, 1 for dough, 1 for glaze