Beat 1/2 cup softened butter until smooth
Add 2 cups powdered sugar
Add 1 to 2 tablespoons milk or cream
Add 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Beat until light and fluffy
Add more milk for thinner icing
Add more powdered sugar for thicker icing
Use immediately or store covered
Beat 8 ounces softened cream cheese until smooth
Add 1/2 cup softened butter
Add 3 to 4 cups powdered sugar
Add 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Beat until creamy and spreadable
Whisk 1 cup powdered sugar
Add 1 to 2 tablespoons milk
Add 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Stir until smooth
Add food coloring if desired
Heat 1 cup granulated sugar
Add 1/4 cup water
Stir until sugar dissolves
Simmer until slightly thickened
Cool before using as glaze
Beat 2 egg whites
Add 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
Add 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
Beat until stiff peaks form
Use for piping or spreading