Stop buying these at the store. 8 homemade frostings you can make at home

Beat butter until very creamy and pale, about 3 minutes.
Add powdered sugar one cup at a time, mixing slowly.
Add vanilla extract, salt, and cream. Beat on high until fluffy and spreadable.
Use on: birthday cakes, sugar cookies, or cupcakes of any flavor.
7. Silky Swiss Meringue Buttercream
Ingredients:
4 large egg whites
1 cup granulated sugar
1 1/2 cups (3 sticks) unsalted butter, softened and cut into cubes
2 tsp pure vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
Instructions: