Sift the chickpea flour into a medium sized bowl along with the salt and pepper. Gradually whisk in water until smooth. Stir in 1/2 tablespoon melted butter then let proof for about 30 minutes.
Place a 9 or 10 inch cast iron skillet in a preheated oven set to 450°F.
Add the basil, rosemary and thyme to the batter; whisk until smooth. VERY carefully remove the skillet from the oven then add 1 tbsp butter to skillet, swirling to coat pan evenly. Immediately pour in the batter.
Bake for 13 to 15 minutes or until edge of batter begins to pull away from the side of the pan and center is firm. Remove skillet from the oven then raise the oven heat to broil.
With the remaining melted butter, brush the Socca. Place cast iron back in to broil for about 3 minutes or until dark brown in spots. Cut into wedges. Serve warm.