India, Dec. 19 -- Christmas desserts with bananas reflect how festive cooking often grows from everyday ingredients found at home. Bananas became part of holiday baking in many households once they were easily available year-round, especially for cakes, breads, and quick oven desserts prepared during winter gatherings.

Bananas have been cultivated for thousands of years in Southeast Asia and later travelled across continents through trade. Their soft texture made them ideal for mashing, which naturally suited baking traditions. By the early 20th century, banana cake and banana bread became popular in home kitchens, especially during celebrations that required simple yet satisfying desserts.

Using bananas in easy banana Christmas recipes...