Abstract: The present invention provides an oil-in-water emulsion food products comprising live desirable micro-organisms which have good longevity in the products. In particular, it provides an edible oil-in-water emulsion comprising from 30 to 75% wt oil, water, live micro-organisms, and a preservation system, and having an edible acid content in the aqueous continuous phase of the emulsion in the range of from 0.1 to 3% by weight and having a pH at 20° C. of not less than 4.0.

Abstract: The present invention provides a simple and effective method for the preparation of emulsion food products comprising live desirable micro-organisms which have good longevity in the products. In particular, it provides a process for the preparation of an edible oil-in-water emulsion comprising live micro-organisms, by emulsifying an edible mixture comprising oil, water, live micro-organisms, emulsifier and a preservation system and wherein the process is carried out at a temperature of 35° C. or less or without a heat treatment step. The emulsions are stored at a temperature of 8° C. or less after preparation. Products produced according to the process are also provided.