Fresh Apple Cake

4 c. apples, diced
2 c. sugar (can be reduced)
2/3 c. veg. oil
2 t. vanilla2 eggs
2 1/2 c. whole wheat flour (white may be used; we used half of each)
2 t. baking soda
1 t. salt
2 t. cinnamon
1 c. nuts (optional)
1 c. raisins (optional)

Optional topping:
1 c. brown sugar
1 c. nuts
2 t. cinnamon

Combine and sprinkle on unbaked cake. If you don't want to do this topping, you can leave in plain or ice it with some cream cheesd frosting. Pour in 9x13 pan. Bake at 350 for 1 hour.