Cinnaholic

Cinnaholic Franchise FDD, Costs & Fees (2025)

Cinnaholic specializes in gourmet cinnamon rolls with a variety of toppings and flavors.

Cinnaholic is a rapidly growing franchise that specializes in gourmet cinnamon rolls, offering a unique experience that stands out in the bakery industry. Founded in 2010 in Berkeley, California, Cinnaholic quickly gained popularity with its 100% vegan, dairy-free, egg-free, and cholesterol-free products. 

The founders capitalized on their early success and the brand's appearance on the popular television show Shark Tank in 2014 to launch their franchising efforts.

What sets Cinnaholic apart from other dessert shops is its commitment to high-quality, plant-based ingredients and a fully customizable menu. Customers can choose from over 20 unique frosting flavors and a wide array of decadent toppings to create their own cinnamon roll experience. 

Initial investment

Here's what you would need to invest if you were to start this franchise. These costs are provided by the franchisor in the Franchise Disclosure Document.

Type of Expenditure Amount
Initial Franchise Fee $40,000 for each Bakery
Rent $5,000 to $10,000
Security Deposit $3,000 to $10,000
Project Management Fee $1,795
Real Estate and Improvements $75,000 to $220,000
Travel and Living Expenses while Training $3,000 to $10,000
Furnishings, Fixtures, Equipment and Decorating $75,000 to $150,000
Signage $3,000 to $7,500
Opening Inventory $3,000 to $5,000
Computer Hardware/Software $1,000 to $2,000
Technology Fee $750 (plus $250 per month)
POS Service Fee $537 (plus $179 per month)
Grand Opening $5,000 to $7,000
Professional Fees $4,000 to $15,000
Insurance $1,000 to $2,000
Miscellaneous Opening Costs $5,000 to $15,000
Additional Funds – 3 months $15,000 to $30,000
Total Estimated Initial Investment $241,082 to $526,582

Franchise Disclosure Document

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Cinnaholic
2014
80
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$40,000
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$241,000

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$527,000

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$351,000

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2006
154
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$186,000

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1998
24
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$25,000
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$122,000

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$339,000

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2004
146
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$135,000

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$407,000

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$471,000

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2023
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$55,000
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2021
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2006
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Training 

Cinnaholic provides comprehensive training to its franchisees, designed to ensure they are well-prepared to operate their bakery successfully. The training program is intensive, lasting seven days, and covers all critical aspects of running a Cinnaholic franchise.

During the training, franchisees receive hands-on instruction on the daily operations of the bakery, including baking techniques, product preparation, and customer service standards. The program also delves into the use of Cinnaholic’s business systems, ensuring that franchisees are proficient in utilizing the tools and processes that keep the business running smoothly.

Additionally, Cinnaholic provides ongoing support after the initial training. This includes assistance with real estate selection, marketing strategies, and continued operational guidance to help franchisees grow and sustain their business.

Territory Protection

Cinnaholic does offer territory protection to its franchisees. This protection ensures that each franchise location has a designated area in which no other Cinnaholic franchise can operate, helping to minimize direct competition and allowing franchisees to maximize their market potential. 

The specifics of the territory protection are determined based on the demographics and market characteristics of the chosen location, providing a tailored level of security for each franchise.

This territorial exclusivity is a significant benefit for franchisees, as it allows them to focus on building their customer base without the concern of another franchise opening nearby. Cinnaholic’s commitment to protecting franchisees’ territories underscores its dedication to supporting the success of its franchise partners.

Number of units

2024
Franchised units

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65

80

Company-owned units

1

2

1

Total units

52

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81

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