Compositions and methods for mucosal delivery of agents are provided. The emulsion compositions are intended for administration to a mucosal surface, such as oral, gastrointestinal and nasal mucosa. The emulsion compositions provided contain one or more mucoadhesive proteins and an agent to be delivered. Methods for delivery of agents using the compositions provided herein are also provided. Preferred compositions comprise a probiotic, lactoferrin, MCT oil, a surfactant other than a vitamin E derivative such as a sugarf fatty acid ester, a binder and a stabilizer.
