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Buy a Cinnaholic Franchise

Cinnaholic is a gourmet cinnamon roll bakery franchise founded in 2010 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. The brand specializes in made-from-scratch, 100% plant-based cinnamon rolls that are dairy-free, egg-free, and cholesterol-free. Each order is customized with a choice of over 20 frosting flavors and a range of gourmet toppings.

Locations operate from compact, open-concept bakeries (often under 1,000 square feet) in lifestyle centers, college towns, and urban retail corridors, making the format adaptable to a wide range of available spaces. The small-footprint model keeps buildout and labor costs relatively contained compared with larger food-service formats. Cinnaholic also offers catering for events of all sizes, from office parties to weddings, giving franchisees a secondary revenue channel beyond in-store sales.

Cinnaholic operates locations across the United States and Canada. The brand’s national profile has been shaped partly by a 2014 appearance on ABC’s Shark Tank and an active social media presence. Its products appeal to both committed plant-based eaters and mainstream dessert buyers who want a customizable, premium treat.

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Why buy a Cinnaholic Franchise?

Cinnaholic occupies a clear niche in the specialty bakery category: a plant-based dessert concept with broad consumer recognition and a lean operating model. The compact, open-concept format keeps overhead relatively low, and the made-to-order system limits waste while encouraging repeat visits. The catering channel, covering events from office parties to weddings, adds revenue beyond walk-in retail.

The brand’s visibility (built on its 2014 Shark Tank appearance and ongoing social media engagement) gives franchisees a recognized name that draws both plant-based consumers and mainstream dessert buyers. To buy a Cinnaholic franchise resale means acquiring a unit with an established customer base and operating history already in place.

Cinnaholic Franchise Costs & Information

Based on 2023 data reported in the 2024 FDD

  • Brand Profile

    • Year Founded

      2010

    • Franchising Since

      2014

    • New Startup Cost

      $241,082 – $526,582

    • Avg. Resale Price

      Contact us for details

  • Franchise Fees

    • Initial franchise Fee

      $40,000

      for new territories

    • Transfer Fee

      50%

      of the then-current Initial Franchise Fee

    • Royalty Fee

      5%

      of Gross Sales

    • Marketing Fee

      2%

      of Gross Sales

  • Unit Performance

    • Total Units *

      81

    • New Units Opened *

      25

    • Units Transferred *

      4

    • Avg. Unit revenue *

      $375,101

    * Based on 2023 data reported in the 2024 FDD

Cinnaholic – Additional  Information

  1. Training & Support

    Cinnaholic's initial training covers 90 hours of on-the-job instruction and 10 hours of classroom work, delivered by the Operations Team for both the franchisee and store staff. Training addresses baking procedures, customer service, and business operations. Ongoing support includes proprietary technology, marketing tools, and localized marketing plans developed by the brand's Marketing Team. Resale buyers should confirm with Cinnaholic what initial training is provided to incoming owners and how system and technology access transfers with the sale.

  2. Ideal Owner

    The Cinnaholic model is best suited to hands-on owner-operators comfortable working in or alongside the store day to day. Restaurant or retail management experience is helpful but not required; the brand provides full operational training for those without a food-service background. The ideal candidate is customer-oriented and focused on building local community presence. Strong interpersonal skills and a willingness to engage customers directly matter more than prior baking knowledge, as the product system and recipes are fully provided. Single and multi-unit opportunities are available for operators looking to scale.

  3. Recognition & Awards

    Cinnaholic has appeared on Entrepreneur Magazine's Franchise 500 list five times, most recently ranking #395 in 2023, with prior listings in 2019, 2020, 2021, and 2022. The brand was also named a Top New Franchise by Entrepreneur in 2018. A 2014 appearance on ABC's Shark Tank gave Cinnaholic national consumer recognition and contributed to a growing social media following that continues to support local marketing for franchisees. For resale buyers, the brand's media visibility and loyal online community provide a recognized name and built-in audience in local markets.

  4. Industry / Market

    The US bakery café sector generates nearly $18 billion in annual revenue (IBISWorld, 2026), with specialty bakeries representing a growing share driven by demand for premium, customizable, and allergen-friendly products. Consumer appetite for plant-based treats has broadened the customer base for brands like Cinnaholic beyond committed vegans. The fast-casual dessert format benefits from high repeat-visit rates, and catering provides a secondary revenue channel. For resale buyers, local foot traffic, trade-area demographics, and proximity to college campuses or lifestyle centers are key factors in evaluating unit performance.

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