Whip softened butter with granulated sugar until very light and fluffy
Blend granulated sugar into a fine powder before using
Make a cooked flour frosting by whisking flour, milk, sugar, and butter
Use cream cheese, butter, and granulated sugar beaten until smooth
Make a whipped cream frosting with heavy cream and granulated sugar
Use mascarpone, cream cheese, or ricotta with sugar and vanilla
Make a meringue frosting with egg whites and granulated sugar
Use coconut cream whipped with sugar and vanilla
Make a ganache with chocolate and cream
Use honey or maple syrup with butter or cream cheese
Add cocoa powder, vanilla, or fruit puree for flavor
Chill the frosting before spreading if it is too soft