What is the initial franchise fee paid to Cinnabon for a Co-Branded Bakery?
Cinnabon Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
s should be read in conjunction with the following notes.
You should review this information, including the footnotes, carefully, conduct your own investigation and seek the help of qualified advisors before making any decision about an initial investment in a Bakery.
None of these fees or payments are refundable unless otherwise noted below.
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- Initial Franchise Fee. See Item 5. For Co-Branded Bakeries, the Initial Franchise Fee estimat
Source: Item 7 — Estimated Initial Investment (FDD pages 45–59)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Cinnabon Franchise Disclosure Document, the initial franchise fee for a Co-Branded Bakery includes fees paid to both Cinnabon and the co-branding partner. The initial franchise fee paid to Cinnabon is $30,500.
In addition to the fee paid to Cinnabon, franchisees must also pay an initial franchise fee to either Auntie Anne's or Carvel, depending on the co-branding agreement. The fee for an Auntie Anne's franchise is $35,500, while the fee for a Carvel franchise is $30,500. Therefore, the total initial franchise fee for a Co-Branded Bakery will be the sum of Cinnabon's fee ($30,500) and the fee for the respective co-brand.
Prospective franchisees should note that these fees are generally non-refundable. It is important to carefully consider the financial implications of entering into a co-branding agreement, including the payment of multiple franchise fees. Franchisees should also review the Franchise Disclosure Documents for both Cinnabon and the co-branding partner to fully understand their obligations and responsibilities.