Follow these simple steps to create your delicious Apple Cider and Pecan Bread Pudding:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter.
2. Prepare the Bread: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cubed bread and chopped pecans.
3. Mix Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the apple cider, whole milk, heavy cream, eggs, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt until well combined.
4. Combine Mixtures: Pour the wet mixture over the bread and pecans. Gently stir to ensure the bread is well-coated and absorbs the liquid.
5. Let It Soak: Allow the mixture to sit for about 15 minutes, letting the bread soak up the custard.
6. Transfer to Baking Dish: Pour the soaked bread mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly.
7. Bake: Place in the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
8. Cool: Once baked, remove from the oven and let it cool for about 15 minutes before serving.

These steps will guide you effortlessly in creating a warm and comforting Apple Cider and Pecan Bread Pudding right in your kitchen!