Amai Champagne Brownies

by Nicole Weston (RSS feed)
Dec 19th 2006 at 6:01PM

Amai is a relatively young bakery based in New York that specializes in brownies and other treats made from scratch with all-natural, high quality ingredients. Their flavors tend towards indulgent, but slightly unusual, combinations, such as Luscious Lychee and Mandarin [Orange] Dreams brownies. Slightly less exotic but ideal for the celebratory spirit of the season are Amai's Champagne Brownies. Sold in boxes of four or eight, the dark chocolate brownies have an intense flavor and are topped with a fine champagne glaze, in addition to having a subtle taste of champagne from the sparkling wine mixed into the batter. The 8-brownie pack is $42.

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JM Dec 29th 2006 8:25AM

I am able........but wouldn't buy them. I love the fact that we have so many choices in this country, though.
I used to give to "homeless and welfare" families, but not any more!! They recieve more benefits than most working people have and it is not fair. I now offer help AND money to those hard working people that just can't get ahead. They are so much more appreciative and humble.
Now that I think of it, I just may buy a box of those brownies for a girl who works 75 hours a week and still takes care of sick and elderly parents and lives in a home with no A/C or heat!

Alexis Marnel Dec 29th 2006 8:28AM

There are many ways to do charitable things, getting angry over brownies is not one of them. I am a mentor to a young, gifted writer, I consult for social service agencies, and my company does arts education outreach and socially conscious theater. AND after a day of all that, I would go and treat myself or a hard working coworker or loyal friend to these brownies. It is dangerous to have judgemental tunnel vision, there are ways to give to others and ways to indulge yourself. Both things are important for a healthy life balance. I do my part for society and am very impressed with this new brownie company.

Sally Dec 29th 2006 8:32AM

blah blah blah as right, when was the last time YOU donated money to the homeless??? (I bet that shuts alot of you up)

big bob Dec 29th 2006 8:31AM

#15, Jenn, I completely agree with and support you 100%!!! You are absolutely right and justified! People who think that in a society that blah blah blah...
....can I have one?

NATE-a-natorrr!! Dec 29th 2006 8:35AM

Brownies are the shiznit!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Alexis Marnel Dec 29th 2006 8:40AM

There is no blah, blah, blah. If you must know, I just worked with people to donate thousands of dollars in food certificates, essentials, etc to families in the worst area of the bronx that live in various types of shelters. So, no, Sally, that won't shut me up or others as you can not assume what people do in their daily lives to give. Brownies are NOT a sin.

kmb Dec 29th 2006 8:40AM

I'd like to know just how many of the people who complained about the price of the brownies and feeding hungry families actually DO something to help the hungry, the destitute, the homeless, etc. We're talking BROWNIES, people! It was merely a brief article to let you know about the product. If you don't want it, can't afford it, or can't reconcile spending the money...DON'T!! No one's forcing you. Get a grip.

Hod Dec 29th 2006 8:42AM

Hey, If someone is stupid enough to pay $42 for a box of these it doesn't bother me. Who knows, Maybe the makers of these brownies after laughing all the way to the bank feel bad and give something to the homeless. I doubt it, but it could happen.

Brandy From Indiana Dec 29th 2006 8:42AM

Yes, I would spend that kind of money on some brownies, Just once though! I believe in indulging on myself everyone once in a blue moon. Besides I LOVE CHOCOLATE!!!!!!

Bonnie Dec 29th 2006 8:50AM

I have to Tell you..I Like brownies alot, But I personally would not spend that much on them...I love Godiva Truffles, but they are so expensive that I only buy one for myself once in awhile as a special treat. That doesn't mean that other people might not enjoy them more often. On the homeless---I have to tell you that my daughter is a Cadet in Girl Scouts, and just worked at a homeless shelter 2 days ago.. She said she could not believe how nasty and mean the people were to her. She gave up her whole day to feed and entertain them, and they just acted like the world owed them. I personally can say that the world does not owe them. There was a time in my life that I didn't think I would make it. We had little money and a deathly ill child, but couldn't get any assistance from the government. So we bucked up and worked extra to pull ourselves out. Some of these people we met at the shelter should try that. Getting a job does make a difference. I know not everyone that was there could work.. But I have to say the most nasty ones, were theones that clearly would have no problem working for a living...they like the hand outs. And NO I would not buy them any brownies.

Brandy From Indiana Dec 29th 2006 8:51AM

XJR you took the words right out of my mouth!!!! You are so right!

nita Dec 29th 2006 8:53AM

I wouldn't spend that much for brownies. I don't drink so wouldn't want something w/champagne. But I know most of us have our areas where we spend too much on something. If the wealthy person spends 42$ on those brownies but serves others and helps his/her fellow humans in other ways, I think we should be careful about judging. I know to those who live in 3rd world nations, etc my spending habits probably seems just as wasteful to some. Example I spent $2.99 to buy some 12 of those instant cookies you throw on the cookie sheet and then they are ready. Well to those who do all home made, my spending probably seems wasteful.

I will shush now, here is a story those of you who want to buy those brownies and who have teens & want them to watch "bad movies" might appreciate. I hope no one else is offended I place this story here, but this is the first thing that cae to mind when I read about the 42$ brownies. Perhaps if you indulge in these brownies you can also share this story w/some teens in your life! It is a story about a dad who makes brownies containing the finest ingredients to help teach something to his child:

Welcome to ButlerWebs' special page for a wonderful story:

Dad's Brownies

A father of some teenage children had the family rule that they could not attend PG-13 or R rated movies. His three teens wanted to see a particular popular movie that was playing at local theaters. It was rated PG-13.
The teens interviewed friends and even some members of their family's church to find out what was offensive in the movie. The teens made a list of pros and cons about the movie to use to convince their dad that they should be allowed to see it. The con's were that it contained ONLY 3 swear words, the ONLY violence was a building exploding (and you see that on TV all the time they said), and you actually did not "see" the couple in the movie having sex - it was just implied sex, off camera. The pros were that it was a popular movie - a block buster. Everyone was seeing it. If the teens saw the movie then they would not feel left out when their friends discussed it. The movie contained a good story and plot. It had some great adventure and suspense in it. There were some fantastic special effects in this movie. The movie's stars were some of the most talented actors in Hollywood. It probably would be nominated for several awards.
Many of the members of their Christian church had even seen the movie and said it wasn't "very bad". Therefore, since there were more pros than cons the teens said they were asking their father to reconsider his position on just this ONE movie and let them have permission to go see it.
The father looked at the list and thought for a few minutes. He said he could tell his children had spent some time and thought on this request. He asked if he could have a day to think about it before making his decision. The teens were thrilled thinking; "Now we've got him! Our argument is too good! Dad can't turn us down!" So, they happily agreed to let him have a day to think about their request.
The next evening the father called in his three teenagers, who were smiling smugly, into the living room. There on the coffee table he had a plate of brownies. The teens were puzzled. The father told his children he had thought about their request and had decided that if they would eat a brownie then he would let them go to the movie. But just like the movie, the brownies had pros and cons.
The pros were that they were made with the finest chocolate and other good ingredients. They had the added special effect of yummy walnuts in them. The brownies were moist and fresh with wonderful chocolate frosting on top. He had made these fantastic brownies using an award-winning recipe. And best of all, the brownies had been made lovingly by the hand of their own father.
The brownies only had one con. The father had included a little bit of a special ingredient. The brownies also contained just a little bit of dog poop. But he had mixed the dough well - they probably would not even be able to taste the dog poop and he had baked it at 350 degrees so any bacteria or germs from the dog poop had probably been destroyed.
Therefore, if any of his children could stand to eat the brownies which included just a "little bit of crap" and not be effected by it, then he knew they would also be able to see the movie with "just a little bit of smut" and not be effected.
Of course, none of the teens would eat the brownies and the smug smiles had left their faces. Only Dad was smiling smugly as they left the room.
Now when his teenagers ask permission to do something he is opposed to the father just asks, "Would you like me to whip up a batch of my special brownies?"

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Brandy From Indiana Dec 29th 2006 8:55AM

Yes, I would spend that kind of money on some brownies Just once! I love to indulge every once in a while.

Amanda Dec 29th 2006 9:09AM

They've just about given away the recipe...I can go make some myself! I will say that $42 is too much for a single food item, in my opinion. However, if I could make that kind of money off an overrated Little Debbie, I would do it and not think twice. Kudos to Capitalism!

Kathy Dec 29th 2006 9:13AM

Hey Barb,
Where did you get those rainbow flip flops...I want some!

sharon nieft Jan 1st 2007 3:01PM

42.00$ for 8 brownies? I dont think so. I make home make home made brownies that are great.And a LOT cheaper. Id rather give 42.00 to ST. Judes hospital or the Humane Society. i would rather get a gift of home made ones too. More like someones cares than show me a box they bought for 42.00

Dawn Dec 29th 2006 9:15AM

I am able to buy the brownies..and I will, I am a chef and would like to try something different. The people that are saying" feed the homeless" probably not doing it themselves, and should be ashamed. I own a restraunt and at the end end of the night we give all that we have let to a local homeless shelter. And JM I totally agree with you. I would say about 75% of people on wefare DO NOT NEED IT!And the working families that need it don't get it because they work!!

Debby Dec 29th 2006 12:02PM

I would spend $42 on a box for my sister, she LOVES chocolate! The only thing is she better save me one! :)

alicia Dec 29th 2006 9:27AM

The homeless need to get a job like the rest of us...maybe at the bakery that makes those $42 brownies.

alvin stein Dec 29th 2006 9:40AM

this breaks down to $6.00 per brownie. I bet they are deelicious. They havve to be better than the slice of pound cake they sell at basketball games or football games that cost $4.00 a slice. no way that this is out of sync with todays prices for good stuff.

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