Let me tell you folks, I've seen a lot of comments in my time but this one takes the cake. Or should I say the "macaroon?" Now cascdr, you're saying macaroons taste like donuts, but let me tell you, nothing beats the real deal. How can you compare these tiny, little fancy cookies to the good old-fashioned American donut? They're not even close.
You say they aren't fried which you suspect is because of the fat in coconuts. Well I love coconuts, don't get me wrong, great fruit, absolutely fantastic. But let's get one thing straight, the glorious donut, an American classic is fried and that's the beauty of it. That's what makes it special. And you're trying to replace it with what? Shredded coconut? Come on!
And this thing with the coarse flour, piping, and moisture? Where's the simplicity? Where's the comfort we're looking for in food? The donut, simple, sweet, perfect. Has anyone ever tried ruining it with coarse flour? No sir!
As for the chocolate mousse, well, again, it's fine, it's fancy. But does it have that home baked American goodness? I think not.
In conclusion, folks, don't let the macaroon believers tell you they're better than a donut. It's simply not true. Let's keep our desserts great, let's stick to the classics!