Jul 14 2026

Gran Maria Recipe

Time1h
Serves12

Make Gran Maria Recipe in just 1h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Base

Topping

Method

Base Preparation

  1. 1

    Preheat Oven

    Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking dish.

  2. 2

    Mix Dry Ingredients

    In a large mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.

  3. 3

    Combine Wet Ingredients

    In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.

  4. 4

    Combine Mixtures

    Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.

  5. 5

    Pour into Pan

    Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.

Filling Preparation

  1. 6

    Prepare Cream Cheese Mixture

    In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and egg. Mix until well combined.

  2. 7

    Spread Filling

    Pour the cream cheese filling over the chocolate batter in the baking dish. Use a spatula to spread it evenly.

Baking and Topping

  1. 8

    Bake

    Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

  2. 9

    Add Topping

    Remove from the oven and immediately sprinkle the chocolate chips over the top. Allow to cool.

  3. 10

    Serve

    Cut into squares and serve warm or at room temperature with whipped cream on the side.

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