Creating Banana Bread Pudding is easy if you follow these simple steps:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Prepare the Bread: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cubed bread and mashed bananas.
3. Mix Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the milk, heavy cream, eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until well blended.
4. Combine Mixtures: Pour the wet mixture over the bread and bananas. Stir gently to combine, ensuring all the bread is soaked.
5. Add Nuts: If using, fold in the chopped nuts for added texture.
6. Transfer to Baking Dish: Pour the mixture into the greased baking dish, spreading it evenly.
7. Bake: Place in the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes or until the pudding is set and the top is golden brown.
8. Cool: Remove from the oven and let it cool for about 10-15 minutes before serving.
9. Serve: Slice into portions and serve warm, topped with whipped cream or ice cream if desired.

By following these steps, you’ll create a deliciously rich Banana Bread Pudding that’s sure to impress.