Shortbread Brownie Bites

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350; line a13 x 9 inch baking pan with foil; spray with nonstick cooking spray.
2. 2
   Make the crust: in a bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt; using a pastry blender, cut in butter until mixture is crumbly.
3. 3
   Press mixture firmly into prepared pan; bake for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown.
4. 4
   Make the brownies: in a medium saucepan, combine butter and chopped chocolate; cook over low heat, stirring occasionally, until chocolate is melted and smooth.
5. 5
   Remove from heat, and let cool slightly.
6. 6
   In a big bowl, beat sugar and eggs at medium-high speed with a mixer until fluffy; beat in vanilla.
7. 7
   In a bowl, combine flour, cocoa, and baking powder.
8. 8
   Gradually add to sugar mixture, beating until combined.
9. 9
   Add butter mixture, beating until smooth.
10. 10
    Stir in chocolate chunks; spoon batter over prepared crust.
11. 11
    Bake for 40-45 minutes or until center of brownie is set; let cool completely before serving.