About Milk Jar Cookies Franchise
Milk Jar Cookies is a gourmet cookie franchise known for its handcrafted, small batch cookies made with premium ingredients.
The brand has been franchising since 2023, bringing its artisan baking concept from its original Los Angeles roots to new markets nationwide.
Each cookie is baked fresh and features creative flavor combinations that have earned a devoted customer base.
Milk Jar Cookies Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$328K
Average Investment
$539K
Maximum Investment
$751K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $50,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 7% of weekly Gross Sales of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | 2% of weekly Gross Sales | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $327,545 – $750,770 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $328K–$751K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (7% of weekly Gross Sales) and marketing fee (2% of weekly Gross Sales) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $50,000 | $50,000 |
| Security & Utility Deposits | $6,000 | $14,500 |
| Leasehold Improvements (Including Lighting & Possible Construction Management Fees) | $150,000 | $400,000 |
| Interior & Exterior Signage | $5,000 | $20,000 |
| Equipment, Furniture, Fixtures, décor, and supplies | $75,000 | $150,000 |
| Technology Package (including POS, Hardware, Security Cameras, Software) | $6,000 | $10,000 |
| Business Licenses & Permits | $1,000 | $4,000 |
| Professional Fees (space, plan, architectural, and legal) | $18,000 | $22,000 |
| Insurance (3 months) | $1,000 | $2,000 |
| Travel & Living Expenses during Training | $3,500 | $8,000 |
| Initial Inventory & Operating Supplies | $25,000 | $45,000 |
| Rent Payments (3 months) | $12,500 | $27,000 |
| Grand Opening Advertising | $7,500 | $7,500 |
| Technology Fee (3 months) | $570 | $570 |
| Internet Service (3 months) | $450 | $1,050 |
| Telephone Service (3 months) | $75 | $300 |
| Utilities (3 months) | $2,400 | $6,000 |
| POS Fee (3 months) | $1,700 | $1,700 |
| Music Fee Annual Subscription | $350 | $650 |
| Additional Funds (3 months) | $17,500 | $45,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | 25% of the then-current initial franchise fee |
| Renewal Fee | 25% of the then current Initial Franchise Fee |
| Technology Fee | Currently $190 Monthly |
| Audit Fee | All costs and expenses associated with audit |
| Minimum Local Advertising Spending | $1,500 per month |
| Custom Graphic Design Fee | Then-current hourly fee (currently $30-$70 per hour) plus actual costs |
| Late Fees | 18% per year or the highest rate allowed by law, whichever is less |
| Fee for Sale of Prohibited Products or Services | $100 per day administrative fee plus the associated royalty fees due and any costs incurred by us |
| Insurance Policies | Amount of unpaid premiums and related costs, administrative fees and late charges |
| Remodeling, expansion, redecorating or refurnishing costs | At least $15,000 every 5 years |
| Relocation Fee | currently $2,500 |
| Legal Costs and Attorney’s Fees | All legal costs and attorneys’ fees incurred by us |
| Indemnification | All amounts (including attorneys’ fees) incurred by us or otherwise required to be paid |
| De-Identification | All amounts incurred by us |
| Additional Operational Assistance Fee | $400 per person, per day, plus our expenses |
| Management Fee | 2% of Gross Sales |
| New Manager Training | $500 for two-day virtual training. $2,500 for four to five days of on-site training at your Location |
| Transferee Training Fee | $6,500 per person |
| Conference / Seminar Fee | $500-$1,500 per person |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | 17-19 days |
| Classroom Training | 92-94 hours |
| On-the-Job Training | 0 hours |
| Training Location | Our headquarters in Los Angeles, California, and in current Milk Jar Cookies® locations or a training facility we designate. |
| Additional Training | We may hold mandatory and optional training programs for you and your staff regarding new techniques, services or products, and other appropriate subjects. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Protected |
| Exclusive Territory | No |
| Territory Size | an approximate population of 60,000 people |
| Description | Typically, the Protected Territory is defined by the natural traffic and trade patterns of your approved site or area that may defined by a radius or number of households. We will describe the Protected Territory in general terms with fixed geographical boundaries (such as streets or highways). In less dense suburban areas, the Protected Territory could include an entire municipality. The territory will encompass an approximate population of 60,000 people, with considerations for geographical boundaries, cultural demographics, household income, population count, age, traffic/trip count, daytime population, competition, housing density and permit and zoning regulations. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Fee | 25% of the then current Initial Franchise Fee |
| Renewal Conditions | You must: be in compliance with your Franchise Agreement; given notice to us of your intent to renew between twelve (12) and twenty-four (24) months before the expiration of the initial term of the franchise; sign a new Franchise Agreement in our then-current form which may include terms and conditions materially different from those in the original Franchise Agreement; sign general release of claims against us and related parties; pay the applicable renewal fee; cure any defaults; and pay all amounts owed to us. |
| Transfer Fee | 25% of the then-current initial franchise fee |
| Transfer Conditions | New owner must have sufficient business experience, aptitude and financial resources; pay all amounts due; successfully complete initial training; new franchisee and spouses must execute a guaranty; landlord must consent to lease transfer; pay applicable transfer fee; sign a general release; new owner must agree to remodel to current standards; new owner must assume all obligations or sign a new Franchise Agreement; new franchisee and spouses must execute a guaranty; sign a non-competition agreement for 24 months within 25 miles of any Milk Jar Cookies® Location. Franchisor has right of first refusal and may approve/disapprove material terms of transfer and require subordination of installment payments. |
| Termination for Cause | Failure to open franchise by deadline; abandonment of franchise; unauthorized transfer; insolvency/bankruptcy; unauthorized product sales (3+ occasions); failure to maintain licenses/permits; conviction of felony/certain crimes; involvement in dishonest/unethical/illegal activities; materially false/incomplete statements to franchisor; in-term competition; failure to notify of adverse events; health/safety violations; failure to maintain valid license/comply with regulations; failure to pay monies owed; failure to maintain insurance; three or more written notices of material default within 12 months; failure to comply with other provisions/standards. |
| Non-Compete Period | 24 months |
| Non-Compete Details | No involvement in competing business for twenty-four (24) months within a twenty-five (25) mile radius of any Milk Jar Cookies® Location. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | Franchisees are expected to participate in the direct operation of their franchise on a full-time basis. If they cannot, then they are obligated to have a fully trained Manager operate the franchise. However, we believe that a person with an equity interest can best ensure that our standards of quality and competence are maintained. The Franchise Agreement requires that you, or a designated Manager, be directly involved in the day-to-day operations and utilize your best efforts to promote and enhance the performance of the Franchised Business. |
| Required Suppliers | You must purchase certain products, food, paper goods, cleaning supplies, other supplies, insurance, inventory, signage, fixtures, furniture, equipment, décor, software and other specified items under specifications and standards that we periodically establish in our Manual or other notices we send to you from time to time. You must purchase such products, supplies, insurance, etc. required for the operation of your Franchised Business solely from suppliers (including distributors, manufacturers, and other sources) who have been approved in writing by us, as set forth in the Manual. |
| Supply Restrictions | You are not allowed to purchase any item from an unapproved supplier. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | There has been no revenue generated from Franchisees purchases but we reserve the right to seek rebates and compensation from current or future resources. In the year ending December 31, 2022, revenues from sale of required products and services to franchisees was $0, or approximately 0% of our total revenues. However, we did not begin offering franchises until January 2023. We may receive revenue or other consideration from any other suppliers for goods and services that we require or advise you to purchase. In the event we enter agreements with any such suppliers, we anticipate that any revenue or other consideration received will include certain promotional allowances, rebates, volume discounts, and other payments, that may range from 0-10% of the amount of the goods or services you purchase from the supplier. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | We do not offer direct or indirect financing. We do not guarantee your note, lease or obligations. |
Milk Jar Cookies Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Milk Jar Cookies does not make an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. This means they do not disclose revenue, profit, or earnings data for franchised locations. Before investing, ask the franchisor directly for franchisee contact information so you can speak with existing owners about their actual financial performance.
Milk Jar Cookies does not include an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. Contact information for current and former franchisees is listed in Item 20 of the FDD.
Milk Jar Cookies Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordMilk Jar Cookies has no pending litigation actions listed in their FDD. There is also no bankruptcy history disclosed.
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
Milk Jar Cookies System Growth
Total Units
1
Franchised
0
Company-Owned
1
Milk Jar Cookies currently operates 0 franchised locations and 1 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2021 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2022 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Transfers: 0 | Closures: 0
State Registrations
Registered in 14 states: CA, HI, IL, IN, MD, MI, MN, NY, ND, RI, SD, VA, WA, WI
Franchisor Financials (Item 21)
0
Net Income
$-1,000
Total Assets
$151K
Audited by Integrated Accounting Services, LLC for year ending October 31, 2022.
Milk Jar Cookies Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Milk Jar Cookies franchise ranges from $327,545 to $750,770, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $50,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Milk Jar Cookies charges a royalty fee of 7% of weekly Gross Sales of gross sales, plus a 2% of weekly Gross Sales contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Milk Jar Cookies Franchise Disclosure Document free on this page. The FDD is a public document filed with state franchise registries. Always also request the current FDD directly from Milk Jar Cookies to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
Milk Jar Cookies does not provide an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, which means they do not disclose franchisee revenue or earnings data. Prospective investors should contact existing franchisees directly (listed in Item 20 of the FDD) to gather real-world financial performance information.
Milk Jar Cookies has been franchising since 2023. The FDD shows an investment range of $327,545-$750,770, a 7% of weekly Gross Sales royalty, and includes an Item 19 earnings disclosure. There is no pending litigation. Review the full FDD and contact current franchisees listed in Item 20 before making any investment decision.
The franchise fee is $50,000 and the total investment ranges from $327,545 to $750,770 depending on location size and market. A minimum of $50,000 in liquid capital is required. Contact the franchisor directly for current net worth and liquid capital requirements, territory availability, and application details.
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