Chocolate Frosting for Devil's Food Cake

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   Beat the butter and mayonnaise in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, on high, until light and fluffy, 3 to 4 minutes.

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   With the mixer on low, slowly add the melted chocolate.

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   Continue mixing on low speed until all of the chocolate is incorporated, stopping to scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.

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   Turn off the mixer and add one-third of the sugar.

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   Mix on low to combine, stopping to scrape down the sides of the bowl.

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   Repeat until all of the sugar has been incorporated.

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   Add the salt and continue to beat until the frosting is smooth and lightens slightly in color, 2 to 3 minutes.

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   Use immediately or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 hours or refrigerate for up to a week.

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   Bring to room temperature before using chilled frosting.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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