Ingredients

• 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
• 1 1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt
• 2 to 4 tablespoons milk or cream, as needed

Instructions

1. Cream butter, sugar, vanilla, and salt on medium speed, adding milk as necessary to make a creamy, spreadable icing.
2. Use immediately, or refrigerate for up to two days. Let come to room temperature and beat again before using.