Heat oven to 350 degrees. Prepare pancake mix according to package directions; and set aside. Pour melted butter in 9" pie plate. Place apple slices in bottom of pie place; sprinkle cinnamon and pecans and drizzle syrup over apples; carefully pour batter on top.
Bake at 350 degrees for 30-35 minutes or until top springs back when touched. Loosen edges and invert onto serving plate. Cut in wedges and serve with warm maple syrup and/or fresh apple butter.
Serves 4 to 6.
Serving ideas: Serve with warm maple syrup, with a side of sausage links.