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EILEEN'S COLOSSAL COOKIES

Eileen’s Colossal Cookies Franchising, Inc. offers franchises for retail stores specializing in the production and sale of fresh-from-scratch cookies sold primarily by the dozen, along with confections and related food specialties. The business operates under a proprietary system featuring the Eileen’s Colossal Cookies® trademarks, emphasizing high quality, reasonable pricing, and exceptional customer service. The target market is the general public seeking competitively priced baked goods.

Since 1998Food & BeverageHastings, NE
Item 19 AvailableSBA Loan Data

Disclaimer: This information was extracted using AI from public Franchise Disclosure Documents and should be independently verified. This is not financial or legal advice. Always review official FDD filings before making investment decisions.

Overview

Investment
$229,601 - $299,430
Franchise Fee
$20,000
Locations
23

Financial Requirements

Franchise Fee$20,000
Initial Investment Range$229,601 - $299,430
Royalty Rate6.00%
Brand Fund0.00%
0

6% royalty + no ad fund + no fixed monthly fees

Franchise Stats

Franchise Locations23
Corporate Locations4
States Operating11
Franchising Since1998
FDD Year2025

Financial Performance

Item 19 Financial Performance

Average Gross Revenue
$604,726
Median Gross Revenue
$573,426
Average Net Income
$77,110

Data Based On: 18 franchised Eileen's Colossal Cookies outlets operational during the entire year of 2023.

* Average and median values for gross sales and earnings plus owner/manager salary are directly extracted from the provided tables. 'Avg. Earnings + Owner/Manager Salary' is interpreted as average_net_income based on the document's explicit definition: 'We measure average earnings plus owner/manager salary as the store's 2023 reported net income plus the compensation paid to the owner/manager.' No segmented data was provided for quartile calculations, nor were there sufficient expense or profit margin details to estimate a profit range.

Extracted Item 19 Section

How EILEEN'S COLOSSAL COOKIES Compares to Other Coffee & Bakery Franchises

Key Insights

  • Lower investment than 86% of Coffee & Bakery franchises
FranchiseInvestment RangeFranchise FeeRoyaltyLocations
EILEEN'S COLOSSAL COOKIES
Current
$230K - $299K$20K6.0%23
PANERA BREAD BAKERY-CAFÉ$633K - $4.9M$35K5.0%1,112
SCOOTER'S COFFEE$955K - $1.5M$40K6.0%825
NOTHING BUNDT CAKES$667K - $1.0M$45K6.0%643
GREAT AMERICAN COOKIES$341K - $463K$25K6.0%395
7 BREW$894K - $2.2M$35K4.5%297
Coffee & Bakery Average
37 franchises
$498K - $1.1M$40K5.5%-

* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 37 Coffee & Bakery franchises by location count.

Locations & Growth

Outlet Growth Over Time

Total outlets at end of each year

Geographic Distribution (2024)

Outlets by state across the United States

Top States by Outlet Count
1NE
5
2OK
5
3CO
3
4IA
2
5MO
2
6KS
2
7SD
2
8WY
1
9MN
1
10TX
0

SBA Loan History

Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for EILEEN'S COLOSSAL COOKIES franchisees (2014 - 2024)

Total Loans
9
Average Loan Amount
$189,700
Total Loan Volume
$1,707,300
Default Rate
0.0%

Loans by Year

* Data sourced from SBA 7(a) FOIA loan records. Default rate calculated from charged-off loans.

Due Diligence

Litigation (Item 3)

Franchisee Litigation Cases0

No litigation involving franchisees reported in the FDD.

Bankruptcy (Item 4)

Bankruptcy HistoryNo

No bankruptcy history reported in the FDD.

System Health (Item 20)

Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year

Terminations
0
Non-Renewals
0
Reacquired by Franchisor
0
Ceased Operations (Other)
1
System Transfers
5
Sold to Franchisees
0
Projected New Franchises
0

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a EILEEN'S COLOSSAL COOKIES franchise?

The total initial investment to open a EILEEN'S COLOSSAL COOKIES franchise ranges from $229,601 to $299,430. This includes a franchise fee of $20,000. Ongoing royalty fees are 6.0% of gross sales.

How much revenue does a EILEEN'S COLOSSAL COOKIES franchise make?

According to the 2025 FDD, the average gross revenue for a EILEEN'S COLOSSAL COOKIES franchise is $604,726. The median revenue is $573,426.

How many EILEEN'S COLOSSAL COOKIES franchise locations are there?

As of the 2025 FDD, EILEEN'S COLOSSAL COOKIES has 23 franchise locations. The company has been franchising since 1998.

Can you get an SBA loan for a EILEEN'S COLOSSAL COOKIES franchise?

Yes, SBA loans are available for EILEEN'S COLOSSAL COOKIES franchises. Historical data shows 9 SBA 7(a) loans have been approved for EILEEN'S COLOSSAL COOKIES franchisees, with an average loan amount of $189,700. The historical default rate is 0.0%.

Is EILEEN'S COLOSSAL COOKIES a good franchise to buy?

EILEEN'S COLOSSAL COOKIES shows several positive indicators: transparent financial performance data (Item 19), low SBA loan default rate. However, franchise success depends on many factors including location, local market conditions, and owner involvement. We recommend speaking with existing franchisees and consulting with a franchise attorney before making a decision.

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