Miss Jones Organic Vanilla Frosting

This yummy frosting looks like coconut oil, but a good stir turns it into a silky, flavorful mix. It's minimally sweet and has hits of salt and real vanilla that make it taste like homemade buttercream. 140 calories, 10 g fat, 40 mg sodium, 10 g sugar. $7.39 at Whole Foods.

Betty Crocker Rich & Creamy Vanilla Frosting

Light, fluffy texture and balanced flavor make this a great choice. It lacks the charm of frosting made with real vanilla, but it's a satisfying spoonful. 140 calories, 5 g fat, 70 mg sodium, 19 g sugar. $3.99 for 16 ounces at Safeway.

Wilton White Creamy Decorator Icing

Those looking for a bold white frosting capable of creating a smooth surface will appreciate this dense, non-fluffy option. It has a pleasing hit of vanilla, but it's desperate for a pinch more salt. 190 calories, 7 g fat, 15 mg sodium, 30 g sugar. $3.97 for 14 ounces at Walmart.

Duncan Hines Whipped Fluffy White Frosting

The smooth texture of this brand is a plus, but the floury flavor is strange. It tastes more like cake batter than frosting. 110 calories, 5 g fat, 45 mg sodium, 16 g sugar. $2.99 for 14 ounces at Safeway.

Pillsbury Creamy Supreme Vanilla Frosting

How this frosting earns the word “supreme” is a mystery. It's a gloppy, greasy paste that's not only gritty, but far too sweet. 140 calories, 6 g fat, 65 mg sodium, 23 g sugar. $1.99 for 12 ounces at Target.

Great Value Vanilla Frosting

Ack! No. This tastes like chemicals with a nasty bitter aftertaste. 140 calories, 5 g fat, 60 mg sodium, 20 g sugar. $1.66 for 16 ounces at Walmart. (No stars)