Creating Apple Bread Pudding can be straightforward if you follow these simple steps:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
2. Prepare the Bread: In a large bowl, combine the cubed bread with the diced apples. Set aside.
3. Mix Eggs: In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, granulated sugar, milk, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt until well combined.
4. Combine Mixtures: Pour the egg mixture over the bread and apples. Gently fold to combine until the bread absorbs the liquid.
5. Add Butter: Drizzle the melted butter over the mixture and fold in gently. If using, add raisins or currants at this stage.
6. Transfer to Baking Dish: Pour the entire mixture into the greased baking dish, spreading it evenly.
7. Bake: Place in the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes or until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
8. Cool: Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for about 15-20 minutes.
9. Dust with Powdered Sugar: If desired, sprinkle powdered sugar over the top before serving.

These steps will guide you in creating this amazing dessert effortlessly.