Cut each apple into 1/2-inch thick rings. Use an apple corer to remove cores or remove seeds and cores after cutting into rings. Combine sugar, water, food coloring (if using) and cinnamon sticks in a large skillet. Stir over moderately low heat until sugar is dissolved. Cook 10 minutes over medium heat. Arrange apple rings in syrup.
Cinnamon apples are really easy to make and can. The longer you let the jars sit, the more the apples soak up the cinnamon flavor. Combine the water, red hots, and sugar in a medium sauce pan, and heat until red hots dissolve completely. Turn the heat to low and stir in the sliced, peeled apples. Cook for about 10 minutes.
Combine the water, red hots, and sugar in a medium sauce pan, and heat until red hots dissolve completely. Turn the heat to low and stir in the sliced, peeled apples. Cook for about 10 minutes. Take the pan off the heat and let the apples set while you sterilize your canning jars, lids, and rings.