When it comes to favorite United States holiday desserts, an Instacart expert says that three common pies take the cake. The expert is trends analyst Alex Orellana, and she told Food & Wine that in 2024, people ordered plenty of pumpkin pie in November. However, consumers don't stop with the custard-y favorite. Said Orellana, "Other Thanksgiving staples like apple and pecan pie follow close behind."

Given the choice, though, should you opt for pumpkin, apple, or pecan if you're looking for the healthiest sweet slice on the buffet table? To answer the question, let's take a stroll through each pie's star ingredient.

Pureed pumpkin offers plenty to love nutritionally. In one cup, you'll find 7.1 grams of fiber, 63.7 grams of calcium, and tons of antioxidant compounds. According to a 202

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