How Much Does a Cookies By Design Franchise Cost?
Data from the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document
Investment Summary
Total Investment
$160K – $345K
Franchise Fee
$30K
Royalty
Greater of 6% of Gross Sales or $500
Ad Fund
3.0%
Cost Breakdown
Initial Franchise Fee
The initial franchise fee for Cookies By Design is $30K. This one-time payment covers the right to operate under the brand, access to proprietary systems, and initial training programs.
Total Investment Range
Opening a Cookies By Design franchise requires a total investment of $160K – $345K. This range typically includes real estate or leasehold improvements, equipment and fixtures, initial inventory, signage, insurance, and working capital to sustain operations during the ramp-up period.
Working capital alone ranges from $25K to $35K.
Ongoing Costs
Beyond the initial investment, Cookies By Design franchisees pay ongoing fees. The royalty structure is: Greater of 6% of Gross Sales or $500. The advertising or brand fund contribution is 3.0% of gross sales. There is also a technology fee of $500.
Net Worth & Liquid Capital Requirements
Cookies By Design requires working capital of $25K – $35K to cover initial operating expenses. This is the liquid cash you should have available beyond the franchise fee and buildout costs.
What Can You Earn?
Cookies By Design does not disclose earnings data in Item 19 of its Franchise Disclosure Document. Not all franchisors choose to publish financial performance representations, though this is a data point many prospective franchisees consider important.
How Do Banks View Cookies By Design?
SBA Loans Issued
72
Default Rate
14.5%
The SBA (Small Business Administration) tracks loan performance for franchise brands. Cookies By Design has 72 SBA-backed loans on record. The default rate is 14.5%, which is below the franchise industry average, indicating relatively lower lending risk. A lower default rate generally indicates that lenders view the franchise as a safer investment, though past performance does not guarantee future results.
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