Question: there are eight basic types of icings?
Answer: Buttercream Icing. The name of this popular type of icing says it all. ... 
Cream Cheese Icing. Carrot cake and red velvet cake enthusiasts are likely very familiar with this tangy icing. ... 
Glaze Icing. ... 
Royal Icing. ... 
Boiled Frosting. ... 
Ganache. ... 
Fondant. ... 
Whipped Cream Icing.