Mocha Shortbread

Directions

1. 1
   Whisk together flour and salt; transfer flour mixture to food processor with chopped chocolate and process for one minute or until chocolate is finely ground. Set aside.
2. 2
   Stir together espresso powder and 2 tsp hot water until espresso dissolves;set aside.
3. 3
   Beat butter 3 minutes. Add granulated sugar and beat 2 minutes or until well blended.
4. 4
   Beat in espresso mixture.
5. 5
   Reduce speed to low and gradually beat in flour mixture.
6. 6
   Press dough into a 9 inch round fluted non-stick tart pan. Score into 16 pie shaped wedges without cutting completely through dough. Cover with plastic wrap and chill at least 2 hours.
7. 7
   Heat oven to 350°F Uncover shortbread and bake for 30 minutes.
8. 8
   Remove to a wire rack and remove side of pan. Dust with confectioner's sugar.
9. 9
   Cut through marks before serving.