The final step is a rich and creamy vanilla buttercream frosting. This is a basic recipe ... Swirl the frosting over tops of cupcakes; top with sprinkles, if desired.

The cake’s sweetness pairs perfectly with almost any frosting, though a fluffy vanilla buttercream tends to complement it best. To achieve the perfect frosting for a vanilla sprinkle cake ...

In fact, if you like (and I do), use aaaaaalllll the sprinkles. 🎉 1. American Buttercream {with Butter and Heavy Cream} - ...

You can make a basic cream cheese or buttercream frosting and add it to the tops of the cookies once they have completely ...

Julia Gartland for The New York Times. Food Stylist: Samantha Seneviratne. Cover the cake with swoops and swirls of buttercream, and top with sprinkles, if you like.