Dark Chocolate Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
2. 2
   Line the bottoms of three 9-inch cake pans with parchment paper.
3. 3
   Set aside.
4. 4
   Combine the brown rice flour, garbanzo bean flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl.
5. 5
   In a separate large bowl, combine the olive oil, water, and maple syrup.
6. 6
   Slowly whisk the flour mixture into the olive oil mixture until thoroughly combined.
7. 7
   Pour the batter into the prepared pans and bake until the cake springs back when you press the center with your finger, about 25 minutes.
8. 8
   Once the cake has cooled and you have prepared a frosting, assemble (see Notes).
9. 9
   For cupcakes: Divide the batter evenly among 25 lined cupcake tin cups.
10. 10
    Bake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 15 minutes.