Apple Spice franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Apple Spice franchise fee is $49,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $388,440 to $561,640, with about $85,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Apple Spice FDD.
What are the Apple Spice franchise fees and investment?
The Apple Spice franchise requires a franchise fee of $49,000 and a total initial investment of $388,440 to $561,640. The franchise fee is one line inside the total investment, which also covers location, equipment, opening inventory and working capital.
| Franchise fee (FDD Item 5) | $49,000 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $388,440 to $561,640 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $85,000 |
| US locations | 34 |
| Industry | Food & Restaurant |
| Headquarters | Salt Lake City, Utah |
| Founded | 2011 |
| Franchising since | 2016 |
How does the Apple Spice investment compare with other food & restaurant franchises?
Apple Spice's minimum investment of $388,440 is above the median minimum investment of $297,082 across the 1213 food & restaurant franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 463 of the other 1211 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $49,000 compares with an industry median of $35,000.
By minimum investment, Apple Spice belongs with franchises from $250,000 to $500,000.
What should you verify in the Apple Spice FDD?
Verify six parts of the Apple Spice Franchise Disclosure Document before you sign, because figures change with every annual FDD:
- Item 5 and Item 6: the current franchise fee, royalty, marketing fund and technology fees.
- Item 7: the full investment range by expense line, including working capital.
- Item 19: whether Apple Spice discloses financial performance data, and which units it covers.
- Item 20: openings, closures and transfers, plus contacts for current and former franchisees.
- Item 21: the franchisor's audited financial statements.
- Item 12: whether your territory is protected.
The full list of Items is in the FDD guide. You must receive the FDD at least 14 calendar days before you sign a binding agreement or pay any money.
Which franchises are similar to Apple Spice?
These food & restaurant franchises have the closest minimum investment to Apple Spice:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Detroit Wing Company | $30,000 | $387,948 to $747,641 |
| Frost Gelato | $55,000 | $387,800 to $1,171,500 |
| Rascal House | $30,000 | $389,300 to $695,100 |
| Frutta Bowls | $35,000 | $387,500 to $632,500 |
| My Favorite Muffin | $30,000 | $387,500 to $553,500 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Apple Spice franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Apple Spice franchise ranges from $388,440 to $561,640, including a franchise fee of $49,000, according to franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. The exact amount depends on location, build-out and working capital, as shown in Item 7 of the FDD.
How much cash do you need to open a Apple Spice franchise?
Apple Spice lists a minimum of about $85,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Apple Spice locations are there?
Apple Spice reported 34 US locations in the data compiled in October 2026. Item 20 of the FDD shows openings, closures and transfers for the last three years.
How long has Apple Spice been franchising?
Apple Spice started offering franchises in 2016 after the company was founded in 2011.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Apple Spice and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Apple Spice. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.