Chocolate covered pecans can be considered a healthier treat if consumed in moderation. This recipe, in particular, contains better for you ingredients than many other recipes. For example, if you use dark chocolate with over 70% cacao, it contains antioxidants and flavanols that may protect the heart. Plus, dark chocolate consumed with protein-rich pecans is a satiating snack, which can help prevent you from over indulging in less nutritious snacks later on. Furthermore, pecans contain healthy unsaturated fats that can help lower cholesterol. Overall, eaten in moderation chocolate covered pecans do have some health benefits, but be mindful of portion sizes as they do contain added sugar, calories and fat.