Traffic Jam

Traffic Jam is a "10-car pile-up" of nature’s best ingredients. It features a zipper-merged blend of Raspberries, Apples, Figs, Pineapple, Banana, Orange, Peach, Lemon, Elderberries, and Chia Seeds. It’s a chaotic, delicious mix where every bite offers a new flavor discovery around every turn. Whenever possible we try to source all fruits in this jam from Utah farms. Sometimes it is not possible in the case of pineapples or oranges to get them from Utah farmers. 

Jam Wizard fans describe the taste like a delicious collision of tropical and orchard flavors. You get the tartness of raspberries and lemons crashing into the sweetness of bananas and figs. The chia seeds add a satisfying crunch which slams together to create a texture that is thick, hearty, and far more interesting than a smooth jelly.

It is a hearty superfood jam. Unlike a marmalade which is citrus-heavy, or a jelly which is just juice, Traffic Jam uses whole fruit pulp and seeds like the figs and chia to create a "bumper-to-bumper" texture that holds up well on toast, yogurt, breakfast smoothies or oatmeal. 

Yes! It is designed to lower your stress levels and raise your nutrient intake. With Elderberries for immune support and Chia Seeds for Omega-3s and fiber, this jam is a powerhouse of antioxidants. It’s a "bottleneck of flavor" without the artificial additives found in big-brand jams.

Yes, and that’s a good thing! The Chia seeds, Fig seeds, and Raspberry seeds provide natural fiber and a satisfying "crunch" that represents the grit of a daily commute. These seeds help provide sustained energy, making it a great breakfast for busy mornings.

Traffic Jam contains Elderberries and Citrus (Lemon, Orange), which are naturally high in Vitamin C and antioxidants. It’s a tasty way to add a little immune-boosting "fuel" to your morning routine.

Traffic Jam is the ultimate commuter fuel. Because it is thick and textured (thanks to the chia and banana), it stays on your toast or bagel without dripping, making it "dashboard friendly." Stir it into a travel mug of oatmeal for a "10-fruit" breakfast on the go. We think this jam pairs well with breakfast smoothies.

Traffic Superfood Jam was made to be experimented with by you in the kitchen. We have provided sample recipes on our website for every jam we make. Many Jam Wizard fans enjoy the Carpool  Parfait or stress relief toast. However we know our fans prefer something more. You are welcome to use our Jam Wizard Tool to generate recipes based on your requirements and meals. You can become a Jam Wizard! 

This AI powered Potion Pairing tool helps you experiment with our jams in new and unique ways. Submit your own recipes and get ranked on the Jam Wizard Leaderboard. Top Wizards are eligible to receive Jam Wizard swag, gifts, and discounts. Submit your photos of your culinary creations. Join our community called the Guild of Preserves or visit our Jam Bistro at a Farmer’s Market near you to try our flavors. Take time to talk to our jam sommeliers and get jam ideas to enhance your next meal.  

Traffic Jam is the perfect Utah gift for visitors, guests, family, and friends who experience driving on Utah Roads and our fast growth in the state. You can feel confident that many of the ingredients found in Traffic Jam Jam is coming straight from utah farms to the jar. Of course some fruits do not grow in significant quantities in Utah like oranges or pineapples.  We are proud members of the Utah’s Own Program.

We believe in sustainable sourcing from our ingredients to our packaging to the way we support the community. You can feel good knowing the pioneering spirit is hand crafted in every small batch made. We will help you create a made in Utah gift basket from our friends around the state. Reach out to us online to see what we can do!

Jam Wizard Owner and Founder Karan Heffelfinger is a 4th generation jam & jelly alchemist whose origin story was forged in the fires of many lands. She proudly lives in Eagle Mountain where she volunteers with the Senior Center and Chamber of Commerce. Karan’s tale is woven through both time and geography. Karan studied under the old world jam masters in the coal regions of Pennsylvania in the 1960s. While living there, she learned the secrets of immigrant jams and jellies developed in the old world and brought to the states.

For a time in the 1970s, she lived in the tropical realms of Panama where she learned South American culinary arts using Calafate, rhubarb, coconut, dragon fruit, and red currants. She leveled up her knowledge developing jams with rich flavors and exceptional nutritional qualities. Most recently, she lived in the arid plains of West Texas near Fort Stockton. This land is known for their flavorful watermelon and cantaloupe jams and jellies.

Her magical credentials include Texas A&M University Cooperative Extension as well as Family and Consumer Sciences at the High School level. Her scrolls of wisdom include Associate, Bachelor and Masters degrees. Interestingly, she is a graduate of the Wilson Cake Decorating School. Jam magic runs in her veins.