3/4 cup (1.5 sticks) butter, softened
3 large eggs
2 1/2 cups all purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 Tablespoon almond extract
1 1/4 cups whole milk
2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
Red food dye
3/4 cup (1.5 sticks) salted butter, softened (NOT melted)
3 ounces (about 1/3 block) cream cheese
4 cups powdered sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract (or other desired flavor, such as coconut or almond)
2-3 Tablespoons heavy cream (or more for desired consistency)
Wilton decorating gel in red
Black sprinkles
Wilton candy knives and/or "Toxic" cupcake toppers