The present invention discloses microcapsules that are stable in acidic aqueous systems. The microcapsules may be utilized to protect a hydrophobic substance. The microcapsules may be utilized in acidic food products. The microcapsule include at least one hydrophobic substance and a layer around the at least one hydrophobic substance. The layer includes polysaccharide glycated protein. Methods for producing the microcapsules are also disclosed here.