Mix crumbs, sugar and butter, and press into a 9-inch springform pan. Bake at 350 degrees F for 10 minutes. Cool.
Beat cream cheese and brown sugar until fluffy. Beat in eggs, one at a time. Sift in flour. Add pecans and vanilla extract. Pour mixture into pan. Bake at 350 degrees F for 55 minutes or until set.
Cool in pan. Remove to serving plate, and brush with maple syrup and garnish with chopped pecans. Chill for at least 3 hours.
Source: E-Cookbooks.net