Creating your own Bananas Foster Bread Pudding is simple if you follow these steps:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
2. Prepare the Bread: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cubed bread and sliced bananas. Toss gently to mix.
3. Make the Custard: In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
4. Combine Mixtures: Pour the custard mixture over the bread and bananas, pressing down gently to ensure the bread absorbs the liquid. Let it sit for about 10 minutes.
5. Prepare the Sauce: In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the brown sugar and rum, cooking until the mixture is bubbly and caramelized (about 2-3 minutes). Remove from heat.
6. Add Sauce to Pudding: Pour half of the caramel sauce over the bread pudding mixture, reserving the other half for serving.
7. Bake the Pudding: Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the custard is set.
8. Cool Slightly: Once baked, remove from the oven and let the pudding cool for about 10-15 minutes before serving.
9. Serve: Drizzle the reserved caramel sauce over the warm bread pudding. Add whipped cream or vanilla ice cream if desired.

By following these steps, you’ll create a delightful Bananas Foster Bread Pudding that is sure to impress!