Today we’d like to introduce you to Brandy Jackson.
Hi Brandy, please kick things off for us with an introduction to yourself and your story.
My journey started in 2023 when I was severely missing a delicious sweet treat. I had recently transitioned to a plant based lifestyle and I was finding it difficult to satisfy my sweet tooth. I jokingly said one day “I should start a vegan dessert company”; after saying it a few times I finally decided to give it a try. The first dessert I tried to recreate into a vegan treat was a cinnamon roll, after about a month and a half of trial and error, I had my eureka moment and not long after that, 313 Cinnamon Rolls was born.
We all face challenges, but looking back would you describe it as a relatively smooth road?
The road hasn’t always been smooth but I wouldn’t say it has been a struggle either. I believe the road has been exactly what it was meant to be, Some ups, some downs, some moments when I was unsure but more moments when I knew I was exactly where I want and need to be. It can be a roller coaster but just keep your arms and legs inside the ride and we’ll all be ok! lol!
We’ve been impressed with 313 Cinnamon Rolls, but for folks who might not be as familiar, what can you share with them about what you do and what sets you apart from others?
Welcome to 313 Cinnamon Rolls, A Vegan Cinn5que! As a proud 2026 Finalist for the Hour
Detroit Best of Detroit and the Detroit Historical Society Hustle Awards, we are reinven5ng how
the world experiences cinnamon rolls. Located in the heart of Midtown Detroit, our Cinn5que
features an impressive rota5on of 50 unique flavors, with up to 8 available in-store every day.
Creator and owner Brandy Jackson started 313 Cinnamon Rolls to sa5sfy a craving for high-
quality vegan sweet treats aTer transi5oning to a plant-based lifestyle. While the original plan
was a vegan dessert company, the “Cinnys” (short for cinnamon rolls) were so popular they
became the star of the show and 313 Cinnamon Rolls was born. Midtown Detroit was always
the loca5on goal; it’s just a vibe! Brandy was born and raised on the East Side of Detroit, and
knows there is nothing like The D. “It is diverse and resilient, and we like to think we are a
reflec5on of that spirit.”
Business Highlights & Community Impact:
– The Cinn5que: A unique “bou5que” experience for cinnamon roll lovers.
– Quality First: All doughs, icings, fillings, and toppings are made fresh daily.
– Minority & Woman-Owned: A small business dedicated to excellence in every bite.
– Community Hub: Creator & Host of “The Summer Vegan Food Series,” featuring local & not so
local vegan restaurants, private chefs and food innovators. Brandy is also the creator and host
Cinny B’s Marketplace every 4th Saturday, a vendor marketplace designed to support fellow
small business owners.
– Giving Back: Home to a sound bowl residency with EmpowerHer to Heal and a food pantry in
partnership with Ligle Free Pantry On Hayes.
Visit Us:
– Address: 119 Garfield St, Suite 200 (Main entrance faces John R, across from the VA Hospital).
– Hours: Thursday & Friday 9am–6pm, Saturday 10am–4pm.
– Parking: Free parking is available in the agached structure.
Any big plans?
We just plan to keep the party going! We’re riding this ride until the wheels fall off! Anytime I thought I had a sure plan for the future, I find that it isn’t as sure as I think, so now, I just align myself with the flow & magic of it all.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.313cinnamonrolls.com
- Instagram: 313CinnamonRolls
