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Buy a Crispy Cones Franchise

Crispy Cones is a specialty dessert franchise centered on a Czech-inspired chimney cake concept: hand-rolled dough grilled rotisserie-style and filled with gourmet soft-serve ice cream and customizable toppings. Founded in 2018 and operating from open-concept kitchens, the brand serves customers who can watch the full production process from fresh dough to finished cone.

The brand’s proprietary soft-serve uses a 10% butterfat formulation, well above the industry average, reinforcing its premium positioning in the frozen dessert category. Corporate handles all digital marketing and advertising for franchisees, covering social media, SEO, and email campaigns. Most territories are structured as multi-unit agreements, requiring franchisees to operate a minimum of two locations.

National visibility accelerated after the founders appeared on ABC’s Shark Tank and secured backing from investor Barbara Corcoran. Headquartered in Rexburg, Idaho, the system has expanded across multiple states, with technology-focused ordering and inventory management designed to keep operations streamlined.

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Why buy a Crispy Cones Franchise?

Buying a Crispy Cones franchise means entering a category with genuine novelty appeal. The Czech chimney-cake format remains unfamiliar to most US consumers, giving operators a built-in product story and a dessert that stands apart from standard soft-serve chains. National recognition from the brand’s Shark Tank appearance, and Barbara Corcoran’s continued involvement, provide consumer credibility that newer concepts typically take years to establish.

The operating structure reduces administrative load for franchisees: corporate manages all digital marketing and advertising through the brand’s advertising fee, leaving owners focused on in-store operations and local community engagement. Sysco is a named supply partner, supporting product consistency and cost predictability. Most buyers will be acquiring multi-unit territories, so the revenue base and management scope are typically larger than a single-location model would suggest.

Crispy Cones Franchise Costs & Information

Based on 2025 data reported in the 2026 FDD

  • Brand Profile

    • Year Founded

      2018

    • Franchising Since

      2021

    • New Startup Cost

      $373,650 – $581,900

    • Avg. Resale Price

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  • Franchise Fees

    • Initial franchise Fee

      $35,000

      for new territories

    • Transfer Fee

      $3,500

    • Royalty Fee

      5%

      of Gross Revenue

    • Marketing Fee

      2%

      of Gross Sales

  • Unit Performance

    • Total Units *

      21

    • New Units Opened *

      14

    • Units Transferred *

      2

    • Avg. Unit revenue *

      $38,695

    * Based on 2025 data reported in the 2026 FDD

Crispy Cones – Additional  Information

  1. Training & Support

    Crispy Cones provides 95.5 hours of structured training (30 hours classroom, 65.5 hours on-the-job) for incoming franchisees. Proprietary ordering technology supports in-store operations and helps manage labor and inventory costs. Corporate handles all digital marketing and advertising, including social media, SEO, and email campaigns; franchisees are responsible for local community outreach. Sysco is a named supply partner supporting product consistency across the network. Resale buyers should confirm what transfer training and system access carry over when ownership changes.

  2. Ideal Owner

    The Crispy Cones model suits hands-on operators comfortable managing a customer-facing retail environment and a small team. No prior foodservice experience is required; the brand's training program is designed to bring new owners up to speed on production and operations. Franchisees take an active role in local community marketing, attending events to build visibility in their territory. The multi-unit territory structure means buyers typically manage more than one location, so comfort with staffing, scheduling, and operational oversight across sites is a practical requirement.

  3. Recognition & Awards

    Crispy Cones received broad national media attention following its appearance on ABC's Shark Tank, where the founders secured investment from Barbara Corcoran. The brand has since been featured in outlets including CNBC and Franchise Times, and has built recognition in the specialty dessert category through rapid franchise expansion across multiple states. For resale buyers, brand-level visibility should be weighed alongside the reputation of the specific unit, including local customer reviews, community presence, and social media following in the territory.

  4. Industry / Market

    The US ice cream market was valued at approximately $19 billion in 2024 and is projected to grow through 2030, driven by demand for premium and novelty dessert formats. Specialty concepts with distinctive food experiences have gained traction among younger consumers who value shareability and product differentiation. The frozen dessert category shows resilience across economic cycles, with strong year-round demand in warmer climates and seasonal peaks nationally. For resale buyers, local appeal will depend on foot traffic, demographics, and whether the brand's novelty positioning has built a loyal repeat customer base.

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