Making Apple Cider and Pecan Bread Pudding is simple when you follow these easy steps:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
2. Prepare Bread: Place the cubed bread in a large mixing bowl.
3. Heat Cider and Milk: In a saucepan, combine the apple cider and whole milk. Heat over medium heat until warm but not boiling. Remove from heat.
4. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and a pinch of salt until well combined.
5. Combine Mixtures: Gradually pour the warm cider and milk mixture into the egg mixture, whisking continuously to avoid scrambling the eggs.
6. Pour Over Bread: Pour the combined liquid over the cubed bread, ensuring all pieces are soaked. Let it sit for about 10 minutes to absorb the liquid.
7. Add Pecans: Gently fold in the chopped pecans and melted butter, mixing until evenly distributed.
8. Transfer to Baking Dish: Pour the bread mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly.
9. Bake: Place the baking dish 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.
10. Cool: Remove from the oven and let it cool for about 15 minutes before serving.

These straightforward steps will guide you in creating an incredible Apple Cider and Pecan Bread Pudding that is sure to impress.