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Marie Callender's Southern Pecan Pie: Food Integrity analysis
Quick answer
Lower integrity
Marie Callender's marie callenders southern pecan pie received a Food Integrity Score of 30 out of 100 (lower integrity). This reflects highly processed and moderate additive load. This reads more like a food-engineering project than a simple pie recipe, with several refined fractions and texture helpers working behind the scenes. Real pecans and eggs are in the mix, but hydrogenated oil, corn syrup, and dough conditioner push it into a more processed category. Best treated as an occasional dessert rather than a regular item. Main considerations include hydrogenated soybean oil, corn syrup and refined sugars, and natural flavors and dough conditioner. Simpler options: Choose a pie made with butter and cane sugar instead of hydrogenated oil; bake a simple homemade pecan pie with recognizable ingredients.
Food Integrity Score 30/100
What stood out on the label?
- Highly processed
- Moderate additive load
- Transparency: Medium
What to watch?
- Hydrogenated soybean oil
- Corn syrup and refined sugars
- Natural flavors and dough conditioner
Simpler options to consider
- Choose a pie made with butter and cane sugar instead of hydrogenated oil
- Bake a simple homemade pecan pie with recognizable ingredients
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Source data, GTIN, and Healthy Food Guide analysis details
Product facts
- Product
- Marie Callender's Southern Pecan Pie
- Brand
- Marie Callender's
- Category
- Sweets & Desserts (source: Sweet Bakery Products)
- GTIN / UPC
00612781102202- Serving size
- 113 g (1/8 pie (113g))
- Source data — ingredients
- Ingredient list from product label data (see Sources)
- Healthy Food Guide analysis
- Independent Longevity and Food Integrity scorecards. See methodology under Sources.
- Data last verified
Food Integrity results
Marie Callenders Southern Pecan Pie
Marie Callender's
Lower integrity
Warning Signs
Hydrogenated soybean oil, corn syrup, and beta carotene color make this a heavily formulated pie with real pecans buried underneath.
Consider This
Dough conditioner, natural flavors, sunflower lecithin, and palm oil are typical of factory-formulated bakery products.
Good Substitutes
Homemade pecan pie with butter, eggs, pecans, cane sugar, and flour gives you a short, recognizable ingredient list.
Overall Assessment
Lower integrityThis reads more like a food-engineering project than a simple pie recipe, with several refined fractions and texture helpers working behind the scenes. Real pecans and eggs are in the mix, but hydrogenated oil, corn syrup, and dough conditioner push it into a more processed category. Best treated as an occasional dessert rather than a regular item.
Key Highlights
What stood out
- Hydrogenated soybean oil
- Corn syrup and refined sugars
- Natural flavors and dough conditioner
Family Watchlist
Ingredients some users may personally want to know about.
- Liquid and Hydrogenated Soybean Oil — Hydrogenated oil
- Natural Flavors — Vague flavor system
- Corn Syrup — Refined sweetener
- Soybean Oil — Refined seed oil
- Beta Carotene (Color) — Added color
Highest concern ingredients
- Liquid and Hydrogenated Soybean Oil (8/10) — Hydrogenated industrial oil.
- Dough Conditioner (Sodium Metabisulfite) (7/10) — Texture-modifying processing aid.
- Corn Syrup (6/10) — Refined sweetener.
Better choice tips
- Choose a pie made with butter and cane sugar instead of hydrogenated oil.
- Bake a simple homemade pecan pie with recognizable ingredients.
Ingredients
Ingredient list
Filling:Corn Syrup, Sugar, Eggs, Pecans, Liquid and Hydrogenated Soybean Oil, Water, Salt, Sunflower Lecithin, Natural Flavors, Beta Carotene (Color).Crust: Enriched Wheat Flour (Wheat Flour, Niacin, Reduced Iron, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid), Palm Oil, Water, Soybean Oil, Dextrose, Salt, Dough Conditioner (Sodium Metabisulfite). CONTAINS: TREE NUT (PECAN), EGG, WHEAT.
Formulations can vary — check the package label for the final word.
Highest-concern ingredients first. Expand an item for notes.
Liquid and Hydrogenated Soybean OilConcern 8/10 — Higher concernHydrogenated oilWatchlist · Higher concern
What this is
Hydrogenated oil
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Family Watchlist
Why it matters
Hydrogenated oils are a common user watchlist item.
Additional note
Hydrogenated industrial oil blend.
Dough Conditioner (Sodium Metabisulfite)Concern 7/10 — Higher concernDough conditionerWatchlist · Additive
What this is
Dough conditioner
Processing category
Synthetic / man-made
Main concern area
Additive load
Why it matters
Dough conditioner used to alter texture behavior.
Additional note
Processing aid that modifies dough texture.
Corn SyrupConcern 6/10 — Moderate concernSweetenerWatchlist
What this is
Sweetener
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Family Watchlist
Why it matters
Refined sweetener that many users prefer to limit.
Additional note
Refined sweetener derived from cornstarch.
Family watchlist
Refined sweetener
Natural FlavorsConcern 6/10 — Moderate concernVague ingredientWatchlist · Additive · Vague label term
What this is
Vague ingredient
Processing category
Unknown / not listed
Main concern area
Family Watchlist
Why it matters
Vague flavor system with undisclosed components.
Additional note
Broad flavor system with undisclosed components.
Family watchlist
Vague flavor system
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Palm OilConcern 6/10 — Moderate concernRefined oilWatchlist
What this is
Refined oil
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Ingredient concern
Why it matters
Refined industrial oil with sourcing considerations.
Additional note
Refined industrial oil.
Soybean OilConcern 6/10 — Moderate concernRefined oilWatchlist
What this is
Refined oil
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Family Watchlist
Why it matters
Refined seed oil many users prefer to limit.
Additional note
Refined seed oil.
Family watchlist
Refined seed oil
Sunflower LecithinConcern 5/10 — Moderate concernEmulsifierWatchlist · Additive
What this is
Emulsifier
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Additive load
Why it matters
Emulsifier used for texture and blending.
Additional note
Emulsifier extracted from sunflower seeds.
Beta Carotene (Color)Concern 5/10 — Moderate concernColor additiveWatchlist · Additive
What this is
Color additive
Processing category
Synthetic / man-made
Main concern area
Additive load
Why it matters
Added color to adjust appearance.
Additional note
Added color for appearance.
Family watchlist
Added color
Enriched Wheat Flour (Wheat Flour, Niacin, Reduced Iron, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid)Concern 4/10 — Mild concernRefined flour
What this is
Refined flour
Processing category
Natural refined
Main concern area
Ingredient concern
Why it matters
Refined flour with vitamin and mineral fortification.
Additional note
Refined flour with added vitamins and minerals.
DextroseConcern 4/10 — Mild concernSweetener
What this is
Sweetener
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Ingredient concern
Why it matters
Refined sugar derived from starch.
Additional note
Refined simple sugar.
SugarConcern 3/10 — Mild concernSweetener
What this is
Sweetener
Processing category
Natural refined
Main concern area
Ingredient concern
Why it matters
Refined sugar, common but still a refined input.
Additional note
Refined sweetener, common in baking.
EggsConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Recognizable whole food.
Additional note
Whole food, recognizable.
PecansConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernWhole food
What this is
Whole food
Why it matters
Recognizable whole food.
Additional note
Whole nut, recognizable.
WaterConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Plain water.
SaltConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Basic seasoning.
This Food Integrity score estimates how closely an ingredient list resembles a simple, recognizable profile. It is not a medical safety rating. Formulations can vary by region, size, and packaging. Check the package label for ingredients, allergens, and nutrition. Not medical advice — do not use this site or the KarbCoach mobile app for allergy or health decisions.
How this product may fit different goals
The same food can look different depending on what matters most to you. Here is a general preview of how this product may align with several common goals.
Low-Spike Stability
Watch-outsMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing Low-Spike Stability, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Sweetener/sugar on watchlist (see Food Integrity)
This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.
Heart-Healthy Eating
MixedMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing Heart-Healthy Eating, the same nutrition and ingredient data show both supportive signals and tradeoffs.
A tradeoff: Ingredients often higher in saturated fat (Mentions "palm oil", "hydrogenated". See ingredients for details.)
This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.
GLP-1 Eating Support
Watch-outsMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing GLP-1 Eating Support, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Sweetener/sugar ingredients (Mentions "sugar", "syrup", "dextrose". See ingredients for details.)
Low Sugar Lifestyle
Watch-outsMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing Low Sugar Lifestyle, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Sweetener/sugar on watchlist (see Food Integrity)
This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.
Appetite & Portion Awareness
Watch-outsMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing Appetite & Portion Awareness, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Sweetener/sugar ingredients (Mentions "sugar", "syrup", "dextrose". See ingredients for details.)
Vegan
Watch-outsDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Vegan, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Animal-derived ingredients (Mentions "egg". See ingredients for details.)
Plant-Based
Watch-outsDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Plant-Based, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Animal-derived ingredients (Mentions "egg". See ingredients for details.)
Low-Carb Lifestyle
Watch-outsDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Low-Carb Lifestyle, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Carb-dense ingredients (Mentions "flour", "wheat flour", "corn syrup". See ingredients for details.)
This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.
Keto-Style Eating
Watch-outsDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Keto-Style Eating, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Carb-dense ingredients (Mentions "flour", "wheat flour", "corn syrup". See ingredients for details.)
This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.
Low Gluten Eating
Watch-outsDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Low Gluten Eating, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Gluten-related ingredients (Mentions "wheat". See ingredients for details.)
Minimally Processed Eating
Watch-outsDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Minimally Processed Eating, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Higher processing level (Highly processed)
This product has 2 additional signals for this goal.
Whole-Food Focused Eating
Watch-outsDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Whole-Food Focused Eating, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Higher processing level (Highly processed)
This product has 2 additional signals for this goal.
Reduce Ultra-Processed Foods
Watch-outsDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Reduce Ultra-Processed Foods, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Higher processing level (Highly processed)
This product has 2 additional signals for this goal.
Mediterranean-Style Eating
Watch-outsDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Mediterranean-Style Eating, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Ingredients often higher in saturated fat (Mentions "palm oil", "hydrogenated". See ingredients for details.)
Paleo-Style Eating
Watch-outsDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Paleo-Style Eating, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Grain/legume ingredients (Mentions "wheat", "flour", "corn". See ingredients for details.)
This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.
Healthy Fat Focus
MixedDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Healthy Fat Focus, the same nutrition and ingredient data show both supportive signals and tradeoffs.
A tradeoff: Ingredients often higher in saturated fat (Mentions "palm oil", "hydrogenated". See ingredients for details.)
This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.
Athletic Fueling
NeutralAthletic Performance
For someone prioritizing Athletic Fueling, the Food Integrity data do not show a strong matching signal for this product.
Workout Recovery
NeutralAthletic Performance
For someone prioritizing Workout Recovery, the Food Integrity data do not show a strong matching signal for this product.
Strength & Protein Focus
NeutralAthletic Performance
For someone prioritizing Strength & Protein Focus, the Food Integrity data do not show a strong matching signal for this product.
Vegetarian
NeutralDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Vegetarian, the Food Integrity data do not show a strong matching signal for this product.
Pescatarian
NeutralDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Pescatarian, the Food Integrity data do not show a strong matching signal for this product.
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Understanding the Food Integrity analysis
What the Food Integrity analysis evaluates
The Food Integrity analysis focuses on how a packaged food is formulated and made. It examines processing level, ingredient quality, additives, oils, sweeteners, purity cues, and how clearly a label communicates what is in the product. The Food Integrity Score summarizes that formulation and transparency picture on a 0–100 scale. It is not a full nutrient report and it is not a personalized meal plan.
Why processing, ingredients, and transparency matter
Processing level and ingredient quality shape what you are actually eating beyond calories on the label. Additives, industrial oils, and intense sweeteners can change how clean or heavily engineered a product feels, even when the front of pack looks wholesome. Purity and transparency matter because incomplete or marketing-heavy labeling can hide tradeoffs that only show up when the full ingredient list is reviewed carefully.
Who may prioritize Food Integrity
Some people care mainly about Food Integrity because their dietary goals center on formulation rather than macros alone. Examples include checking vegetarian or vegan suitability, preferring simpler ingredient sources, avoiding certain additives or sweeteners, watching oil choices, or preferring less processed options. For those priorities, the Food Integrity Score can be the more practical first read.
How Food Integrity differs from Longevity
Food Integrity is the focused analysis of processing, ingredients, additives, purity, and transparency. Longevity is the broader analysis of nutritional composition, metabolic and dietary characteristics, processing, and ingredient quality together. Favorable nutrition values do not necessarily mean strong Food Integrity: a product can look balanced on macros yet still rely on heavy processing or additives that the Food Integrity analysis flags in more detail.
Why the two analyses overlap—and why to review Longevity too
The analyses overlap intentionally. Food Integrity–related characteristics contribute to Longevity, and Longevity still benefits from the same ingredient-quality lens. They are not competing verdicts; they answer different questions at different depths. Reviewing the Longevity analysis can add information about nutritional composition, metabolic characteristics, and dietary balance that Food Integrity alone does not emphasize. Looking at both usually gives the most complete understanding of tradeoffs.
Common questions about this product
Is Marie Callender's Southern Pecan Pie highly processed?
Food Integrity lists processing level as Highly processed. That reflects formulation and processing signals from the ingredient analysis — not a medical or regulatory classification.
Why are the Longevity and Food Integrity scores different?
Longevity emphasizes nutrition per serving and longer-term dietary alignment. Food Integrity emphasizes ingredients, additives, processing, and label transparency. The same product can score differently on those lenses.
How much fiber is in one serving?
Marie Callender's Southern Pecan Pie shows about 2.03g of fiber per labeled serving in the Longevity nutrition facts.
Does it contain added sugar?
Marie Callender's Southern Pecan Pie: 29g added sugar per serving; sweetener signals include Corn syrup, Sugar. Confirm the current package Nutrition Facts and ingredient list.
What helped the Longevity Score?
Key positives called out in the analysis include: Contains pecans with some healthy fats; Moderate fiber for a dessert.
What prevented a perfect Longevity Score?
Key concerns noted include: Very high added sugar per serving; Hydrogenated and palm oils in filling and crust; Refined wheat flour crust.
Who might evaluate this product differently?
People prioritizing different goals (for example lower carbs, higher protein, or minimally processed eating) may weigh the same sweets & desserts differently. Use the goal preview on this page, then personalize in KarbCoach for your priorities.
Source data and Healthy Food Guide analysis
- Public label databases (including USDA FoodData Central and Open Food Facts) — Possible sources for package ingredients and nutrition.
- Healthy Food Guide analysis (Longevity and Food Integrity) — Independent Longevity and Food Integrity scorecards.
- How the Longevity Score is calculated
- How the Food Integrity Score is calculated
- Scoring models: KarbCoach Longevity and Food Integrity.
- Independent analysis. No manufacturer affiliation.
- Formulations can vary by region, size, and packaging. Check the package label for ingredients, allergens, and nutrition. Not medical advice — do not use this site or the KarbCoach mobile app for allergy or health decisions. Full sources and safety details.
Label accuracy and safety information
Formulations can vary by region, size, and packaging. Check the package label for ingredients, allergens, and nutrition. Not medical advice — do not use this site or the KarbCoach mobile app for allergy or health decisions.
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