Dessert'D Organic Bake Shop

The Dessert'D Organic Bake Shop is a dessert business that sells cookies, brownies, cakes and more. The California-based business was founded in 2011 by the Council and Benchetler families with the idea of serving organic desserts to the public. Franchisees have multiple streams of revenue including weddings and online orders. With a successful location in Mammoth Lakes, California, the brand is looking to expand with franchise partners. Candidates should align with the brand's values and be passionate about customer service. You will also be provided with an exclusive territory, which decreases your competition. You'll be the only Dessert'D Organic Bake Shop representative in your territory. 

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Dessert'D Organic Bake Shop

Dessert'D Organic Bake Shop Franchise Cost and Requirements for 2024

Background

Americans can't get enough of desserts. A dessert franchise to consider is Dessert'D Organic Bake Shop. The California-based brand was founded in 2011 by the Council and Benchetler families and has been serving Mammoth Lakes for over a decade. The dessert franchise is now operated by Cathleen Calderon and her husband, Greg. The franchise began offering franchise locations in 2018. The brand originally started by selling cookies, and then it expanded to a full service bakery that also sells cakes, pies, ice cream, wedding cakes, and more. Dessert'D is known for its organic desserts that are made with quality ingredients including organic butter, cane sugar, and flour. The brand serves vegan and gluten-free options in addition to its traditional desserts. Candidates should align with the brand's mindset of having desserts for everyone. In addition to providing a great product to the public, the franchisee can appreciate that organic farming practices are good for their bodies and the environment.
Food made from organic farming don't contain pesticides, making it richer in nutrients and flavor. Dessert'D is eco-friendly and produces its bakery boxes using 25-30% less trees. The brand wants customers and franchise partners to enjoy desserts while making a minimal impact on the environment. As a franchisee, you will be provided with the tools and information that you need to run the business properly. This includes marketing and adverting, food prep, hiring, the brand's culture, and more. The support and training are ongoing. Multiple revenue streams include online orders and weddings. With a successful location in Mammoth Lakes, Calif., Dessert'D is looking to expand with franchise partners.   

Company Details

Headquarters: Mammoth Lakes, CA 
Canada: No
International: No
Absentee: No
Founded: 2011
First franchise: 2018
Exclusive territory: Yes
Home-based/mobile: No 

Support and Training Offered By Dessert'D Organic Bake Shop

As a franchisee, you will be provided with the tools and information that you need to run the business properly. This includes marketing and adverting, food prep, hiring, the brand's culture, and more. The support and training are ongoing.

2024 Franchise Requirements Needed to Own a Dessert'D Organic Bake Shop Franchise.

What does a Dessert'D Organic Bake Shop Franchise Cost?

Dessert'D Organic Bake Shop franchise fees for 2024:

Initial Investment: $257,000 - $446,555
Royalty Fee: 6%
Initial Franchise Fee: $20,000

Is Dessert'D Organic Bake Shop a Semi Absentee Franchise with a Passive Ownership Opportunity?

No. Dessert'D Organic Bake Shop is not a semi absentee franchise. The owner of the franchise (the franchisee) is expected to be involved in all aspects of day-to-day operations.

Is Dessert'D Organic Bake Shop a Home Based franchise?

No. Dessert'D Organic Bake Shop is not a home based franchise opportunity.

What Do Dessert'D Organic Bake Shop Franchise Owners Make?

Click here to find out how much Dessert'D Organic Bake Shop franchisees make. Dessert'D Organic Bake Shop offers an Item 19 in their Franchise Disclosure Document which provides financial information about select franchisees in their franchise system.

Does Dessert'D Organic Bake Shop Offer a Veteran Discount?

No. Dessert'D Organic Bake Shop franchise does not offer a veteran discount.

Is Dessert'D Organic Bake Shop Looking for Franchisees in Canada?

No. Dessert'D Organic Bake Shop franchise is not looking for Canada franchisees.

Is Dessert'D Organic Bake Shop Looking for International franchisees?

No. Dessert'D Organic Bake Shop franchise is not looking for International franchisees.

Where can I see Dessert'D Organic Bake Shop's FDD (Franchise Disclosure Document)?

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Additional Information

Additional Categories

Green & Eco Friendly, Miscellaneous & Unique, Non Food Franchises

Number of Units Open

LESS THAN 20 UNITS

Cash Required

$50,000 - $100,000

Passive Franchise

No

Home Based Franchise

No

Item 19 Franchise

Yes

Veteran Discount

No

B2B

No

Franchise Opportunities in Canada

No

International Franchise Opportunities

No

Dessert'D Organic Bake Shop Franchises for Sale

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