Decadent, creamy and bursting with raspberry and vanilla flavours, these Black Bottom Raspberry Vanilla Crème Brûlée Bars are a dream date night or valentine’s day dessert.
Love Day is quickly approaching! I’m not one for this Hallmark event … I’m a mom of 3 very young kids. I’m not one for much unless it involves my PJs and a glass of wine. BUT, since I love my guy I made what I thought could be his ultimate dessert. He loves raspberries, crème brûlée, and a bit of chocolate.
All his favourite things come together in these Black Bottom Raspberry Vanilla Crème Brûlée Bars for 2. I had to make enough for myself, I mean look at these DREAMY bars. Huge mistake had I missed the opportunity to partake in some of these, PJs on of course 😉
Did my kids like these? I have no idea. I wouldn’t let them try any. This was truly a labour of love (more on my disasters later on) and I worked tirelessly on this recipe. I made it so many times in a short period of time that I’m pretty sure I could now make it in my sleep.
From forgetting the egg yolks in one recipe testing session to having half of the bars drop out of the dish before shooting my photos (almost cried on that one) this recipe was tirelessly tested. Not exactly a hardship considering the deliciousness, but still difficult to make and shoot these in a single day with 3 littles climbing all over me.
What I do know is that these are freaking AMAZING. Now, I know this is my food and it’s my “job” to say it’s good, but these are one of the best desserts I’ve ever made. And it took me so long to perfect this recipe that I know it’s destined to be everything you want it to be as well.
Some pro-tips would include pressing the Oreo crumb base down as hard as you can, I used a flat bottom measure cup. Be careful with the torch and don’t almost set your house on fire because you left the bars on parchment paper while melting the sugar, true story unfortunately. And finally, don’t take the dish out of the oven until you’re sure the custard is set, the middle should shake like jello.
Crème Brûlée not your thing? I have a Pavlova coming your way next or I’d recommend this crazy delicious Chocolate Pear and Whiskey Tart that has not gotten its fair share of attention. Full recipe here.
Tomorrow’s my birthday!! Who’s coming over to make me some of these? Just kidding. We’ll be in Whistler, BC for a conference that my husband is presenting at. I’m hoping for nice sunny or slightly snowy weather so the kids can frolic outside while my guys’ off working.
Follow along in my InstaStories and I’ll try to share photos of that gorgeous mountain! Caution – there may be adorable children and delicious food featured as well 😉
Decadent, creamy and bursting with raspberry and vanilla flavours, these Black Bottom Raspberry Vanilla Crème Brûlée Bars are a dream date night or valentine’s day dessert.
- 3/4 cup Oreo Crumbs
- 3 tbso unsalted butter
- 2 large egg yolks
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 cups whipping cream
- 2 tsp vanilla bean paste
- 1/2 cup fresh raspberries (70-100 grams)
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar
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Preheat oven to 325° F.
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Spray a small casserole or ovenproof dish (around 5″ x 7″) with non-stick spray and line the bottom of the dish with non-stick paper, then also spray that.
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In a heatproof dish melt butter in the microwave in small increments, around 20-30 seconds, until melted. Add Oreo crumbs and mix well. Press crumbs mixture (very) firmly into the bottom of the ovenproof dish to create an even layer. Bake for 7-10 minutes and remove from oven. Set aside to cool slightly. Place raspberries in the dish on top of the Oreo base.
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In a small saucepan, add whipping creme and vanilla. Heat over medium-low heat until just simmering (do not let boil). Set aside to cool slightly.
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In a medium bowl whisk together egg yolks and 1/4 cup of sugar until yolks become pale and sugar is blended in. While whisking the egg/sugar mixture, very slowly pour in the vanilla crème mixture. Pour mixture over raspberries in ovenproof dish.
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Bake for 50-60 minutes or until crème brûlée is just set and trembling a bit in the middle (like jello).
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Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or up to 2 days.
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Remove from fridge and sprinkle with remaining 1 tbsp sugar. In a well ventilated area and using extreme caution, melt the sugar on top of the crème brûlée with a torch.
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Return to fridge for 5-10 minutes.
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Run a clean butter knife around the outside of the crème brûlée and very carefully remove from the dish. Place on a cutting board and using a clean sharp knife, cut the bars into desired sizes.
Enjoy! xo
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I have been SO eagerly anticipating this recipe!! I’m surprised by how easy it sounds (despite your 3 attempts, which I wish I was there to help you “dispose” of). I made creme brulee once in school and found it intimidating, but your recipe seems simple and perfect. I can’t wait to try these!!
Well, the multiple attempts were in part due to the photos not being very good the first time 😉 I thought it was going to be harder than what it actually was. Maybe because there’s no hot water bath here it takes away from the steps and difficulty involved? Who knows. I tried it a few different ways, but found this way the easiest and more reliable. Thanks again for your help!
these bars look so scrumptious! I would love to eat them too!! I am not a Valentines day person, but I do love making desserts and if it involves chocolate, I am in! Have a wonderful birthday in Whistler! 🙂
Thank you Amisha! Birthday was lovely. Now home and trying to get organized and unpacked. I’m not into Valentine’s Day either, but like you a good excuse to make a special dessert is one I’ll always take!! Hope you’re having a wonderful weekend!
Before I reading the recipe, I thought it would be a lot of work. It turns out very simple. Great idea for Valentines Day. Thank you!
Pleasure! I hope you enjoy it!
I love that the recipe itself looks not so complicated. But the result looks delicious! Thanks for sharing 🙂
It’s not! That’s the thing, I’m NOT a baker like your talented self. I need easy baking recipes with high impact results like this one 🙂
I haven’t had Black Bottom anything since the last time I went to a Marie Callender’s, long ago. This looks so much better but with every decadent thing I liked about that pie. I can’t wait to make this.
Hope you love it!
Thank you so much for sharing this amazing recipe! Will surely have this again! It’s really easy to make and it tasted so delicious! Highly recommended!
These look and sound delicious! I am going to have to double the recipe over and over again to make more bars! Will have to give this recipe a try soon!
Doubling the recipe is a great idea!
Love everything about these brulee bars especially how easy it is to make!
I have never seen a creme brule bar before, it is new to me and it looks delicious! It looks like it just balances the creaminess, sweetness, and softness and i would love to give this one a try!
It’s worth it! Such a decadent treat.
the balance of chocolate and strawberry blended well. Perfect for those who want to enjoy the rainy days with its sweetness..
Chocolate and berries go so well together!
It is a unique take for a cream brulee for the presentation, but i think the flavors will just comes together nicely if executed properly. All in all it is an awesome recipe!
Glad you think it’s so good 🙂