Frostings, Icings and Toppings

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Espresso Syrup
Use fresh brewed espresso for best flavor. This versatile syrup can be used as a flavoring for desserts and sauces, or used on pancakes, ice cream and gelato. Keep this on hand in the refrigerator.

In small saucepan, heat sugar and water until sugar dissolves, stirring all the while. Bring to boil and let boil for 3 minutes. Remove pan and let cool for 1 minute. Add in the rest of the ingredients. Pour into jar and let sit for 1/2 hour before using.

Source 14.

Chocolate Syrup
Indispensable for such things as chocolate milk, topping for ice creams and hot fudge sauces.

Combine in microwavable dish the cocoa, sugar and milk. Whisk smooth. Heat on high for 1 minute. Remove from microwave and add in butter and salt. Cook on high for 1 1/2 minutes more. Remove and add in vanilla. Whisk thoroughly. Pour into a jar, let cool, cover and refrigerate.

Source 2.