Moist and Sweet Cornbread with Brown Sugar: Golden and Tender

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and place an 8-inch cast iron skillet inside the oven to heat.
2. Remove the hot skillet from the oven, add one tablespoon of butter, and swirl until browned and the sides are coated.
3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, all-purpose flour, brown sugar, baking powder, and salt.
4. In a medium mixing bowl, beat the eggs, then whisk in the buttermilk, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
5. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir with a spatula just until combined; do not overmix.
6. Pour the batter into the sizzling skillet and smooth the top with a spatula.
7. Bake for 25–30 minutes until the edges pull away from the pan and the top is deep golden brown. A toothpick inserted in the center should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs.