It's also a good source of thiamin and copper. Studies have found that pecans can help reduce your bad (LDL) cholesterol and total cholesterol. Cons: Pecan pie is traditionally made with a good amount corn syrup and/or brown sugar, which only contributes sugar and calories.

Why is pecan pie so good?

Pecan pie is a pie that stands on its own. It has the gooeyness of a candy bar, the crunchy texture and warm flavor of toasted nuts, and that flaky, buttery crust.

Whats better pecan or pumpkin pie?

If so, you're amazing! But for my ruling of which pie is the dessert-ier option, I'm going to have to go with big, bad pecan pie weighing in at 503 calories and 27 grams of fat per slice. Pumpkin pie comes in at a paltry 316 calories and 14 grams of fat—it's nearly a vegetable!