Egg Free Hot Cross Buns

I made hot cross buns for the first time.  I found an easy allergy free recipe.  I used regular milk since egg is the only allergen we worry about here.  And I left out raisins because they are vile.  I have never ever ever even almost had any success making anything requiring yeast, but these actually rose enough (still not great...what is my problem with yeast??!!!) that they came out nice and light.  And Ben even ate one!