Cinnaholic
Food & Beverage · Baked Goods & Snacks
- Active units
- 80
- Avg unit volume
- $375k
- Royalty
- 5.0%
Franchised, year-end 2023
of weekly Net Sales
About Cinnaholic
Cinnaholic is the original gourmet cinnamon roll bakery that specializes in creating unique and delicious cinnamon rolls. With over 20 frostings and toppings to choose from, customers can customize their rolls to create the perfect dessert. What sets Cinnaholic apart is that all of their desserts are 100% vegan and made fresh daily. Their menu features not only classic cinnamon rolls but also seasonal favorites like the Peach Cobbler Roll, Pineapple Upside Down Roll, and Lemonberry Coffee Cake. These limited-time treats are made with premium ingredients and are sure to satisfy any sweet tooth. Cinnaholic is not just a dessert shop; it's a cinnamon roll experience. The brand prides itself on using only the highest quality plant-based ingredients and offers a range of options for those with dietary restrictions, including being dairy & lactose-free, egg-free, and cholesterol-free. Whether you're craving a decadent treat or looking to cater a special occasion, Cinnaholic has you covered. Join their community of cinnamon roll connoisseurs and stay updated on seasonal items, new store openings, and exciting events through their app and social media platforms.
Key terms
- Franchise fee
$40k
- Multi-unit discounts
We may offer discounts for franchisees purchasing three or more units
- Brand fund
2.0% of Net Sales
- Local advertising
2.0% of Net Sales
- Footprint
700 – 1,200 sq ft
- Development Agreement
$40k
- Market Development Agreement (example for 3 Bakeries)
$120k
- Veteran discount
10.0% off franchise fee — Veteran discounts of 10% for the first Bakery franchised by you
Brand Percentile Rankings
Rankings compare brands in the same operating year. Fee and investment figures come from the FDD (2025 filing); filings on file: 2024, 2025.
Growth
- Total locations82
Franchised units open at year-end
- New openings15
Gross new units opened during the calendar year
- 1-year unit growth rate2.5%
Net unit growth versus prior year
- 3-year unit CAGR12.3%
Compound annual growth rate of unit count over the trailing 3 years
- Unit growth ratio1.2×
Cumulative opens / closures through year-end
Unit economics
- Annual unit volume (Median)—
Per FDD Item 19 disclosure
- Annual unit volume (25th percentile)—
Per FDD Item 19 disclosure
- Annual unit volume (75th percentile)—
Per FDD Item 19 disclosure
- 1-year Median AUV growth rate—
Year-over-year change in median AUV
- Store-level EBITDA Margin—
Median unit-level EBITDA / AUV
Investment profile
- Estimated initial investment—
Midpoint of estimated initial investment range
- Time to open—
Midpoint of average time from agreement to opening
- Royalty rate5.0%
Percent of net sales paid to the franchisor
↓ Lower is better - Sales-to-investment ratio—
Median AUV / estimated initial investment midpoint
- Cash-on-cash returns—
Median unit-level EBITDA / estimated initial investment midpoint. Steady-state estimate; year 1 returns will be lower as the unit ramps to median volumes.
Franchisee healthLocked
- Unit closure ratio
- Transfer vs. closure ratio
- Percent multi-unit franchisees
- Litigation rate
- EBITDA multiple on sales & transfers
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Sources
Financial and operating figures are sourced from the brand's Franchise Disclosure Documents. Brand percentile rankings are based on comparisons to other brands that include the same metrics in their Franchise Disclosure Documents.