Abstract: A high amylose starch-based capsule, which includes an oily core and a breakable shell composition surrounding the oily core. The breakable shell composition is a gelled matrix derived from a gellable mixture including a partially-gelatinized high amylose starch, a hydrocolloid gelling agent, and optionally a filler. The high amylose starch based capsule is breakable under the application of a sufficient amount of force. The high amylose starch-based capsules have sufficient rigidity to maintain their integrity while incorporating into bulk matrices, such as chewing gums or compressed tablet.