Traditional pecan pie is made with quite a bit of sugar. Often times that sugar comes from corn syrup and brown sugar, which are two refined sugars. This contributes to a high-calorie count. In addition, pie crust is often made with quite a bit of butter which adds more fat and calories. This vegan version is still sweet, but it is made with maple syrup and organic brown sugar. I've also added less sugar than a typical recipe. The pie crust used for this recipe uses almond flour, oat flour, and tapioca flour that is combined with water, so no butter is used at all. This reduces the overall amount of calories and fat for each slice. While pecan nuts are high in fat it is the healthy monounsaturated fat that our bodies need. While this recipe is not considered a healthy food, it is lower in sugar, calories, and fat than a traditional recipe while also being vegan and gluten-free.