Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Peel and chop apples. Place in a large bowl, add sugar and let stand while preparing dry ingredients.
In a separate bowl, sift flour, soda, salt, and spices.
Blend egg, oil, and applesauce into apple/sugar mixture.
Add dry ingredients to apple mixture, including raisins and nuts if using.
Pour into 8X8 greased baking dish and bake for 30 minutes.